Dill

Dill: A Delicate and Tangy Herb for Your Dishes

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Dill is a type of herb that belongs to the parsley family. It has feathery, green leaves that have a delicate, tangy, and slightly anise-like flavor and aroma. Dill is widely used in Scandinavian, Eastern European, and Middle Eastern cuisine, especially in fish, cheese, pickle, and salad dishes. Dill is also rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals that have various health benefits.

What You Need to Know About Dill

Botanical Name	Family	Cultivation	Harvesting	Storage	Shelf Life	Packaging	Availability
Anethum graveolens	Apiaceae	Organic	Year-round	Refrigerated	7-10 days	Boxes with labels or stickers	Worldwide

How to Choose the Best Dill for Your Needs

HerbCraft Kenya offers the following varieties of dill:

• Organic Dill: These are dill that are grown organically without using any synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or GMOs. They are certified organic by an accredited body and verified by a credible source. Organic dill have a higher quality and safety than conventional dill.
• Conventional Dill: These are dill that are grown using conventional methods that may involve the use of synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or GMOs. They are not certified organic and may have lower quality and safety than organic dill.
• Dried Dill: These are dill that are dried using a natural or artificial process that removes the moisture from them. They have a longer shelf life than fresh dill but may lose some of their flavor, aroma, and nutrients. Dried dill can be rehydrated by soaking them in water before use.
• Frozen Dill: These are dill that are frozen using a rapid or slow process that preserves their freshness, flavor, aroma, and nutrients. They have a longer shelf life than fresh dill but may become limp or mushy when thawed. Frozen dill can be used directly from the freezer without defrosting.

How to Use Dill in Your Cooking

Here are some delicious and easy recipes that use dill as an ingredient:

• Dill Salmon: This is a moist and flavorful dish that can be served with rice, potatoes, or vegetables. To make it, you need 4 salmon fillets, salt and pepper to taste, 4 tablespoons of butter, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh dill leaves. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Season the salmon with salt and pepper on both sides. Place them in a baking dish . Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat . Stir in the lemon juice and dill . Pour the mixture over the salmon . Bake for 15 to 20 minutes , until the fish flakes easily with a fork . Serve hot or warm .
• Dill Cheese Dip: This is a creamy and tangy dip that can be enjoyed with crackers, chips, or bread. To make it, you need 8 ounces of cream cheese, 1/4 cup of sour cream, 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons of chopped fresh dill leaves, salt and pepper to taste. In a medium bowl , beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth . Add the sour cream , mayonnaise , dill , salt , and pepper and beat until well combined . Refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Dill Pickles: These are crunchy and tangy pickles that can be eaten as a snack or added to sandwiches, salads, or burgers. To make them, you need 4 cups of water, 1/4 cup of white vinegar, 2 tablespoons of salt, 4 cloves of garlic, 4 sprigs of fresh dill leaves, 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds, 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 2 pounds of cucumbers. In a large pot , bring the water , vinegar , salt , garlic , dill , mustard seeds , and red pepper flakes to a boil over high heat . Stir until the salt dissolves . Remove from the heat and let it cool slightly . Cut the cucumbers into spears or slices and pack them into clean glass jars . Pour the brine over the cucumbers , leaving some headspace at the top . Seal the jars and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before eating . Store in the refrigerator for up to a month .

What Our Customers Say About Dill

Here are some positive feedback from customers who have purchased and used dill from HerbCraft Kenya:

• "I love the freshness and quality of the dill from HerbCraft Kenya. They have a wonderful flavor and aroma that adds a tangy touch to my dishes. I especially like to use them in fish , cheese , pickle , and salad dishes . They are also very healthy and beneficial . I highly recommend them to anyone who loves herbs." - Sarah J., Nairobi
• "I have been buying dill from HerbCraft Kenya for a long time and I am always satisfied with their service and products. They deliver fast and reliably to my location , anywhere in the world . Their packaging is convenient and attractive , easy to open and close . Their labels or stickers provide useful information about their products , such as name , origin , certification , verification , expiration date , usage instructions . - Mark D., London
• "I am impressed by the variety and innovation of the products from HerbCraft Kenya. They offer both common and exotic varieties of dill , such as organic , conventional , dried , frozen . They also explore new and niche segments of dill , such as potted or edible flower .  They are always ahead of the market and the competition." - Emily L., New York

Answers to Common Questions About Dill

Here are some answers to common questions that customers may have about dill:

• What are the health benefits of dill? Dill has various health benefits, such as improving digestion, relieving gas, bloating, and cramps, soothing colic, coughs, and sore throats, fighting infections, bacteria, and fungi, regulating blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and supporting bone, eye, and skin health. Dill is also a good source of vitamin C, vitamin A, iron, calcium, and fiber.
• How to store dill? Dill should be stored in a refrigerated environment to maintain their freshness and quality. Dill can be wrapped in a damp paper towel and placed in a resealable bag or container. Alternatively, dill can be chopped and frozen in ice cube trays with water or oil. Dill should not be exposed to heat, light, or moisture.
• How to use dill? Dill can be used in various ways, such as adding them to sauces, soups, marinades, dressings, dips, or vinegars. Dill can also be used as a flavoring for fish, cheese, pickle, or salad dishes. Dill can also be used as a garnish for desserts, drinks, or cakes. Dill should be added at the end of cooking or just before serving to preserve their flavor and aroma.

Order Dill from HerbCraft Kenya Today

If you are interested in ordering dill from HerbCraft Kenya or want to learn more about our products and services, please contact us today. You can also visit our website or follow us on our social media channels for more information and updates. We look forward to hearing from you and serving you with our fresh herbs.

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