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Chamomile

Matricaria chamomilla Allergens: Ragweed (for sensitive individuals)
Chamomile

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Asteraceae
  • Primary Cuisine European, Global (Herbal)
  • Seasonality Late Spring - Early Summer (harvest)
  • Source Chamomile flowers

O Que É Chamomile?

An aromatic flowering plant, primarily used for its calming properties in herbal teas, known for a subtle apple-like flavor.

Qual o Sabor de Chamomile?

Chamomile tem um sabor mild, floral, slightly sweet, apple-like, earthy com aromas de floral, sweet, grassy, apple.

Taste
Mild, Floral, Slightly Sweet, Apple-like, Earthy
Texture
Light, Delicate (dried), Smooth (infused liquid)
Aroma
Floral, Sweet, Grassy, Apple
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Informação Nutricional

Per 2g (1 tsp dried)
Calories142 kcal
Total Fat0.4 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein3 g
Total Carbohydrate30 g
Dietary Fiber20 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium100 mg
Iron4 mg
Potassium500 mg

Segredo do Chef

Infuse chamomile into dairy (milk, cream) or simple syrups for desserts like panna cotta, ice cream, or custards to impart a subtle, sophisticated floral note.

Substitutos e Proporções de Chamomile

O melhor substituto para Chamomile é Lavender, usado na proporção de 1:1. Provides similar floral, calming notes, but with a more pungent aroma.

Substitutos para Chamomile com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Lavender Melhor 1:1 Provides similar floral, calming notes, but with a more pungent aroma.
Lemon Balm 1:1 (fresh) Offers calming properties and a fresh, citrusy herbaceous flavor.
Peppermint 1:1 Good for digestion and soothing, but has a strong menthol flavor, not floral.
Rooibos 1:1 Caffeine-free tea with earthy, slightly sweet notes, good for general relaxation.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Chamomile

  1. Purchase whole dried flowers for best aroma and potency.
  2. Store in an airtight container away from light.

O Que Combina Bem Com Chamomile?

  • Honey
  • Lemon
  • Ginger
  • Mint
  • Vanilla
  • Apple
  • Elderflower

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Chamomile?

Mild, Floral, Slightly Sweet, Apple-like, Earthy Floral, Sweet, Grassy, Apple

Qual é um bom substituto para Chamomile?

O melhor substituto é Lavender (1:1). Provides similar floral, calming notes, but with a more pungent aroma.

Como escolher e armazenar Chamomile?

Purchase whole dried flowers for best aroma and potency. Store in an airtight container away from light.

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