Was ist Marjoram?
A delicate, aromatic herb from the mint family, offering a sweet, piney, and citrusy flavor, milder than oregano.
"The gentle, sweet sister of oregano, adding nuanced warmth to your cooking."
Wie schmeckt Marjoram?
Sweet, delicate, woody, citrusy, slightly floral.
- Taste
- Sweet, Piney, Floral, Slightly Bitter
- Texture
- Leafy (fresh), Dry (dried)
- Aroma
- Aromatic, Earthy, Sweet
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Botanical Family
Lamiaceae (Mint Family)
Drying Ratio (Fresh:Dried)
3:1 (fresh to dried)
Usage Form
Fresh or Dried
Nährwertangaben
Per 1 tsp (1g) dried; 1 tbsp (3g) freshGeheimtipp des Chefs
Add fresh marjoram towards the end of cooking to preserve its delicate flavor, as prolonged heat can diminish its nuances.
Marjoram Ersatz & Verhältnisse
Der beste Ersatz für Marjoram ist Oregano, verwendet im Verhältnis 1:1 (use slightly less for dried oregano). Similar flavor profile, but oregano is stronger and more pungent.
| Ersatz | Verhältnis | Am besten geeignet für |
|---|---|---|
| Oregano Am besten | 1:1 (use slightly less for dried oregano) | Similar flavor profile, but oregano is stronger and more pungent. |
| Thyme | 1:1 | Earthy and savory, but lacks marjoram's sweetness and floral notes. |
| Sage | 1:2 (Marjoram:Sage) | Distinct, stronger, piney, and slightly bitter flavor; use sparingly. |
| Savory | 1:1 | Similar peppery and slightly minty notes; good for poultry and beans. |
Wie man Marjoram auswählt & lagert
- For fresh, look for vibrant green, unblemished leaves.
- Dried marjoram should be fragrant.
Womit passt Marjoram gut zusammen?
- Chicken
- lamb
- fish
- vegetables
- tomatoes
- garlic
- lemon.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Wie schmeckt Marjoram?
Sweet, delicate, woody, citrusy, slightly floral. Aromatic|Earthy|Sweet
Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Marjoram?
Der beste Ersatz ist Oregano (1:1 (use slightly less for dried oregano)). Similar flavor profile, but oregano is stronger and more pungent.
Wie wählt und lagert man Marjoram?
For fresh, look for vibrant green, unblemished leaves. Dried marjoram should be fragrant.