Mint

Mint: A Cool and Refreshing Herb for Your Dishes

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Mint is a type of herb that belongs to the mint family. It has small, oval, green leaves that have a cool, minty, and slightly sweet flavor and aroma. Mint is widely used in various cuisines, especially in Middle Eastern, Indian, and Asian dishes. Mint is also rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals that have various health benefits.

What You Need to Know About Mint

Botanical Name	Family	Cultivation	Harvesting	Storage	Shelf Life	Packaging	Availability
Mentha spp.	Lamiaceae	Organic	Year-round	Refrigerated	7-10 days	Boxes with labels or stickers	Worldwide

How to Choose the Best Mint for Your Needs

HerbCraft Kenya offers the following varieties of mint:

• Organic Mint: These are mint 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 mint have a higher quality and safety than conventional mint.
• Conventional Mint: These are mint 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 mint.
• Dried Mint: These are mint that are dried using a natural or artificial process that removes the moisture from them. They have a longer shelf life than fresh mint but may lose some of their flavor, aroma, and nutrients. Dried mint can be rehydrated by soaking them in water before use.
• Frozen Mint: These are mint 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 mint but may become limp or mushy when thawed. Frozen mint can be used directly from the freezer without defrosting.

How to Use Mint in Your Cooking

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

• Mint Chutney: This is a spicy and tangy sauce that can be used with any Indian snack, appetizer, or main course. To make it, you need 2 cups of fresh mint leaves, 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro leaves, 2 green chilies, 2 cloves of garlic, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of sugar, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of water. Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and thick . Transfer to a bowl and serve or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week .
• Mint Lemonade: This is a refreshing and invigorating drink that can quench your thirst on a hot day. To make it, you need 4 cups of water, 1/4 cup of sugar, 1/4 cup of honey, 4 sprigs of fresh mint leaves, 1 cup of lemon juice. In a small saucepan , bring the water , sugar , honey , and mint to a boil over medium-high heat . Stir until the sugar and honey dissolve . Remove from the heat and let it steep for 10 minutes . Strain and discard the mint leaves . Transfer the syrup to a pitcher and stir in the lemon juice . Refrigerate until chilled or serve over ice .
• Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies: These are soft and chewy cookies that have a subtle minty and chocolatey flavor. To make them, you need 3/4 cup of butter, 1 cup of sugar, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract, 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh mint leaves, 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cream the butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add the egg and peppermint extract and beat well . In a medium bowl , whisk together the flour , baking soda , and salt . Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well . Stir in the mint leaves and chocolate chips . Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets , leaving some space between them . Bake for 8 to 10 minutes , until lightly golden . Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes , then transfer to wire racks to cool completely .

What Our Customers Say About Mint

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

• "I love the freshness and quality of the mint from HerbCraft Kenya. They have a wonderful flavor and aroma that adds a cool touch to my dishes. I especially like to use them in Middle Eastern , Indian , and Asian dishes . They are also very healthy and beneficial . I highly recommend them to anyone who loves herbs." - Ali R., Nairobi
• "I have been buying mint 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 ." - Lisa W., London
• "I am impressed by the variety and innovation of the products from HerbCraft Kenya. They offer both common and exotic varieties of mint , such as organic , conventional , dried , frozen . They also explore new and niche segments of mint , such as potted or edible flower . They are always ahead of the market and the competition." - Ryan S., New York

Answers to Common Questions About Mint

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

• What are the health benefits of mint? Mint has various health benefits, such as improving digestion, relieving nausea, vomiting, and motion sickness, soothing headaches, migraines, and sinus problems, freshening breath, fighting infections, bacteria, and fungi, reducing inflammation, pain, and swelling, and stimulating blood circulation. Mint is also a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, manganese, and fiber.
• How to store mint? Mint should be stored in a refrigerated environment to maintain their freshness and quality. Mint can be wrapped in a damp paper towel and placed in a resealable bag or container. Alternatively, mint can be chopped and frozen in ice cube trays with water or oil. Mint should not be exposed to heat, light, or moisture.
• How to use mint? Mint can be used in various ways, such as adding them to sauces, soups, marinades, dressings, dips, or vinegars. Mint can also be used as a flavoring for Middle Eastern, Indian, or Asian dishes. Mint can also be used as a garnish for desserts, drinks, or cakes. Mint should be added at the end of cooking or just before serving to preserve their flavor and aroma.

Order Mint from HerbCraft Kenya Today

If you are interested in ordering mint 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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