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Leaf Marjoram

Origanum majorana Allergen-Free
Leaf Marjoram

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Lamiaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Mediterranean
  • Seasonality Late Spring to Early Autumn (fresh); Year-Round (dried)
  • Source Marjoram Plant

¿Qué es Leaf Marjoram?

An aromatic herb in the mint family, known for its delicate, sweet, and slightly woody flavor, often used in Mediterranean cuisine.

¿A qué sabe Leaf Marjoram?

Leaf Marjoram tiene un sabor sweet, woody, citrusy, floral, slightly bitter con aromas sweet, piney, mildly pungent.

Taste
Sweet, Woody, Citrusy, Floral, Slightly Bitter
Texture
Soft (fresh), Crumbly (dried)
Aroma
Sweet, Piney, Mildly Pungent
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 1g (1/2 tsp dried)
Calories271 kcal
Total Fat7 g
Saturated Fat0.5 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein13 g
Total Carbohydrate61 g
Dietary Fiber40 g
Total Sugars4 g
Calcium1990 mg
Iron82 mg
Potassium1522 mg

El Secreto del Chef

Marjoram's delicate flavor is best added towards the end of cooking, especially when fresh, to prevent it from dissipating.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Leaf Marjoram

El mejor sustituto para Leaf Marjoram es Oregano, usado en una proporción de 1:1 (use slightly less). Closely related, but oregano is stronger and more pungent, use cautiously.

Sustitutos para Leaf Marjoram con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Oregano Mejor 1:1 (use slightly less) Closely related, but oregano is stronger and more pungent, use cautiously.
Thyme 1:1 Offers similar earthy and woody notes, but lacks marjoram's sweetness.
Sage 1:1 (use less) Stronger, more savory and peppery, suitable for robust dishes.
Basil 1:1 (fresh only) Sweet and peppery, suitable for Italian and Mediterranean dishes.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Leaf Marjoram

Fresh marjoram should have vibrant green leaves; dried should be fragrant and free of dust.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Leaf Marjoram?

  • Chicken
  • Lamb
  • Pork
  • Fish
  • Tomatoes
  • Eggs
  • Soups
  • Stews
  • Pizza.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Leaf Marjoram?

Sweet, Woody, Citrusy, Floral, Slightly Bitter Sweet, Piney, Mildly Pungent

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Leaf Marjoram?

El mejor sustituto es Oregano (1:1 (use slightly less)). Closely related, but oregano is stronger and more pungent, use cautiously.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Leaf Marjoram?

Fresh marjoram should have vibrant green leaves; dried should be fragrant and free of dust.

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