How To Dry Herbs

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“Air drying fresh herbs at the peak of their flavor preserves the flavor and color of their leaves, flowers, and seeds.

Certainly, no dried herb will have the piquancy of fresh, and a few idiosyncratic varieties, such as coriander, chervil, and frilly parsley, tend to develop off-flavors. But with planning and care, most herbs, from agrimony to zatar, can be dried with excellent results.

The thickness and water-holding capacity of each type of leaf, blossom, or seed head will determine the length of time and amount of attention needed to dry it successfully.

Small-leafed thyme, delicate borage flowers, and low-water-content rosemary need to be watched closely to ensure that they don’t become overdried. Lush, thick borage leaves and bulky dill blossoms require attention to avoid mildew or contamination by other flavors or aromas over their longer drying period…”

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