Oregano

Oregano: A Spicy and Aromatic Herb for Your Dishes

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Oregano is a type of herb that belongs to the mint family. It has small, oval, green leaves that have a pungent, peppery, and slightly bitter flavor and aroma. Oregano is widely used in Italian, Greek, and Mexican cuisine, especially in pizza, pasta, salad, and salsa dishes. Oregano is also rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals that have various health benefits.

What You Need to Know About Oregano

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

How to Choose the Best Oregano for Your Needs

HerbCraft Kenya offers the following varieties of oregano:

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

How to Use Oregano in Your Cooking

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

• Oregano Pizza Sauce: This is a simple and flavorful sauce that can be used on any pizza crust, dough, or bread. To make it, you need 1/4 cup of olive oil, 4 cloves of garlic, 2 teaspoons of dried oregano or 4 teaspoons of fresh oregano leaves, 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to taste, 2 cups of tomato sauce. Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the garlic , oregano , red pepper flakes , salt , and pepper and cook for about 5 minutes , stirring occasionally , until fragrant . Stir in the tomato sauce and bring to a boil . Reduce the heat and simmer until slightly thickened , about 15 minutes . Use as desired or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week .
• Oregano Salad Dressing: This is a light and tangy dressing that can be used with any salad greens, vegetables, or fruits. To make it, you need 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons of honey, 2 teaspoons of dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons of chopped fresh oregano leaves, salt and pepper to taste, 1/2 cup of olive oil. Whisk all the ingredients except the olive oil in a small bowl until well combined. Gradually whisk in the olive oil until emulsified . Refrigerate until ready to use.
• Oregano Tea: This is a soothing and aromatic tea that can help with digestion, insomnia, stress, or colds. To make it, you need 1 cup of boiling water, 2 teaspoons of dried oregano or 4 teaspoons of fresh oregano leaves, honey or sugar to taste. Steep the oregano in the boiling water for about 10 minutes . Strain and discard the oregano leaves . Sweeten with honey or sugar to taste . Enjoy hot or cold .

What Our Customers Say About Oregano

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

• "I love the freshness and quality of the oregano from HerbCraft Kenya. They have a wonderful flavor and aroma that adds a spicy touch to my dishes. I especially like to use them in pizza , pasta , salad , and salsa dishes . They are also very healthy and beneficial . I highly recommend them to anyone who loves herbs." - Mario P., Nairobi
• "I have been buying oregano 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 . - Sophia K., London
• "I am impressed by the variety and innovation of the products from HerbCraft Kenya. They offer both common and exotic varieties of oregano , such as organic , conventional , dried , frozen . They also explore new and niche segments of oregano , such as potted or edible flower . They are always ahead of the market and the competition." - Ethan L., New York

Answers to Common Questions About Oregano

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

• What are the health benefits of oregano? Oregano has various health benefits, such as improving digestion, boosting immunity, fighting infections, bacteria, and fungi, reducing inflammation, pain, and swelling, regulating blood sugar and cholesterol levels, and supporting oral, respiratory, and digestive health. Oregano is also a good source of vitamin K, vitamin E, iron, calcium, and fiber.
• How to store oregano? Oregano should be stored in a refrigerated environment to maintain their freshness and quality. Oregano can be wrapped in a damp paper towel and placed in a resealable bag or container. Alternatively, oregano can be chopped and frozen in ice cube trays with water or oil. Oregano should not be exposed to heat, light, or moisture.
• How to use oregano? Oregano can be used in various ways, such as adding them to sauces, soups, marinades, dressings, dips, or vinegars. Oregano can also be used as a flavoring for pizza, pasta, salad, or salsa dishes. Oregano can also be used as a garnish for desserts, drinks, or cakes. Oregano should be added at the end of cooking or just before serving to preserve their flavor and aroma.

Order Oregano from HerbCraft Kenya Today

If you are interested in ordering oregano 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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