Oregano is a culinary herb, used for the flavour of its leaves, which can be more intense when dried than fresh. It has an earthy, warm, and slightly bitter taste, which can vary in intensity. Good-quality oregano may be strong enough almost to numb the tongue, but cultivars adapted to colder climates may have a lesser flavour.
Nutritional values
Spices, oregano, dried, 1 tsp, ground
| Protein (g) | 0.2 |
|---|---|
| Total lipid (fat) (g) | 0.18 |
| Carbohydrate, by difference (g) | 1.16 |
| Energy (kcal) | 5.51 |
| Sugars, total (g) | 0.07 |
uses of oregano
Some of the most common uses of oregano include tomato-centric recipes, like pizza and pasta sauce, as well as olive oil-based dishes. Oregano is commonly combined with olive oil to create flavorful oregano oil, Italian vinaigrettes, and marinades for lamb, chicken, and beef dishes.
Here are 9 potential benefits and uses of oregano oil.
- Natural antibiotic
- May help lower cholestero
- Powerful antioxidant
- Could help treat yeast infections
- May improve gut health
- May have anti-inflammatory properties
- Could help relieve pain
- May have cancer-fighting properties