Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Ngo Om ?
A Vietnamese herb with a distinctive citrusy, cumin-like, and slightly camphoraceous flavor, essential in many sour soups and curries.
Quel goût a le/la/l'Ngo Om ?
Le/La/L'Ngo Om a un goût citrusy, cumin, slightly peppery, camphoraceous, menthol avec des arômes pungent, lemon-peppery, earthy.
- Taste
- Citrusy, Cumin, Slightly Peppery, Camphoraceous, Menthol
- Texture
- Succulent, Tender
- Aroma
- Pungent, Lemon-Peppery, Earthy
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 5 g (small bunch)Le secret du chef
Like most delicate herbs, add Ngo Om to soups and dishes in the last few minutes of cooking or as a fresh garnish to preserve its distinct aroma and flavor.
Substituts & Proportions pour Ngo Om
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Ngo Om est Culantro + Lemon Zest, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1 culantro, 1/4 tsp zest. Culantro provides a strong, earthy base, while lemon zest adds the crucial citrusy brightness.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Culantro + Lemon Zest Meilleur | 1:1 culantro, 1/4 tsp zest | Culantro provides a strong, earthy base, while lemon zest adds the crucial citrusy brightness. |
| Mexican Tarragon (Mexican Marigold Mint) | 1:1 | Offers an anise-like, slightly peppery flavor that can mimic some of Ngo Om's aromatic qualities. |
| Fresh Mint + Small pinch of Cumin | 1:1 mint, pinch cumin | Mint brings freshness, and a tiny amount of ground cumin can provide a hint of the characteristic warm spice. |
| Vietnamese Balm (Kinh Gioi) | 1:1 | While different, it offers a distinct lemony-minty flavor profile common in Vietnamese cuisine. |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Ngo Om
- Look for firm, unblemished stems and bright green leaves.
- Avoid any yellowing or slimy parts.
- Store like other fresh herbs.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Ngo Om ?
- Vietnamese sour soups (Canh Chua)
- curries
- hot pots
- seafood
- grilled meats
- tamarind
- pineapple.
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Ngo Om ?
Citrusy, Cumin, Slightly Peppery, Camphoraceous, Menthol Pungent, Lemon-Peppery, Earthy
Quel est un bon substitut pour Ngo Om ?
Le meilleur substitut est Culantro + Lemon Zest (1:1 culantro, 1/4 tsp zest). Culantro provides a strong, earthy base, while lemon zest adds the crucial citrusy brightness.
Comment choisir et conserver le Ngo Om ?
Look for firm, unblemished stems and bright green leaves. Avoid any yellowing or slimy parts. Store like other fresh herbs.