Mint
Mint brings a cooling sensation to sweet and savory dishes.
Flavor profile
Aroma: cool, refreshing
Good to know
Origin: Europe and Asia
Forms: fresh, dried
Storage: Store fresh mint refrigerated in damp paper towels; dry mint should be airtight and kept cool.
How to use mint
Finishing Touch
Add mint at the end; menthol oils give it its crisp, cool taste.
Minty Drinks
Steeping mint brings a refreshing aroma with menthol oils.
What goes with mint
- Lamb Shoulder. Mint's menthol cuts through the fat in lamb shoulder.
- Yogurt. Mint’s coolness heightens yogurt’s tangy creaminess.
- Parsley. Parsley and mint provide a refreshing aroma contrast in salads.
- Lime. Lime's acidity uplifts mint's cooling aroma in drinks and salads.
- Cucumber. Cucumber and mint share cooling notes perfect for crisp salads.
- Peas. Mint's menthol freshens the sweet earthiness of peas.
- Lentil. Mint's freshness contrasts lentils' heaviness.
- Strawberry. Mint adds refreshing contrast to strawberry's sweetness.
- Sumac. Mint's cooling menthol contrasts sumac's acidity.
- Feta. Mint's cooling effect balances feta's sharpness.
Mistakes to avoid
- Heat destroys menthol, losing freshness.
- Too much mint overpowers with menthol.
Ideas for tonight
- Incorporate into lamb dishes.
- Add to fruit salads.
- Mix into summer cocktails like mojitos.
Mint: questions
What does mint taste like?
Mint brings a cooling sensation to sweet and savory dishes., with an aroma that is cool, refreshing.
What goes well with mint?
Mint pairs best with lamb shoulder, yogurt, parsley, lime, cucumber. Mint's menthol cuts through the fat in lamb shoulder.
How do you use mint in cooking?
Finishing Touch: add mint at the end; menthol oils give it its crisp, cool taste.
How should you store mint?
Store fresh mint refrigerated in damp paper towels; dry mint should be airtight and kept cool.
What is the most common mistake with mint?
Heat destroys menthol, losing freshness.
