Herb & Spice Companion

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ExOTIC HERBS

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Plant: Seeds

Water: Regularly, when the soil feels dry to the touch

Harvest: Snip leaves and flowers throughout the sea-

son. Save seeds to plant the following spring; wait until

they’re completely dry and store in a paper bag.

Care: Weed regularly. Snip off dead flowers to promote

new growth. If using a container, trim occasionally to

control the growth.

Keep It Fresh

Leaves will keep in a plastic bag in the

fridge for a few days, but blossoms

should be used fresh, just after harvest-

ing. Leaves and flowers do not dry or

freeze well.

In the Kitchen

Dishes: salads, soups, sandwiches,

dressings, garnish

Prep: Use leaves and flowers whole or

chopped in any dish.

Serve: Fold chopped nasturtiums into

soft, spreadable cheeses, butter, or may-

onnaise, and spread onto sandwiches or

crackers. Add young leaves and blooms

to salads, soups, and sauces for fish and

chicken (try nasturtium pesto!). Infuse

into vinegar and make tangy nasturtium

vinaigrette. Older leaves have a stron-

ger flavor and will hold up to quick last-

minute cooking in stir-fries, sautés, and

pastas. The leaves and blossoms can be

stuffed with cheese fillings for tasty fin-

ger food, and the buds can be pickled

and swapped in for capers.

SUBSTITUTIONS

• Marigold


• Pansies


• Violets


• Squash blossoms

PAIRINGS

Fruits and Vegetables:

avocado, beets, carrot, celery,

cranberries, cucumbers, grapes,

lettuce, onions, oranges, peppers,

potatoes, spinach, tomatoes

Proteins: almonds, cream

cheese, chicken, eggs, fish

and seafood, goat cheese,

mascarpone, walnuts

Seasonings: arugula, balsamic

vinegar, bay leaf, chili peppers,

chives, cilantro, dill, fennel,

garlic, honey, lemon juice, lime

juice, marjoram, paprika, parsley,

peppercorn, tarragon, watercress

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