Fresh herbs offer one of the fastest and easiest ways to infuse your cooking with a pop of bright nuanced flavor. Think of the difference that’s made by a few fresh mint leaves in a berry salad, ribboned basil in pasta sauce, or a few rosemary stems tucked into beef stew. The only issue is that, even when refrigerated, fresh herbs wilt within days, turning brown and losing all that lovely flavor. Luckily, in this You’re Doing It All Wrong video, Chowhound’s own Chef Josh provides easy, effective techniques to keep your herbs fresh, green, and full of flavor. Instead of lasting just a day or two, properly stored herbs can last a little over a week, reducing food waste and making your weekly meals that much more flavorful.
The best part of these techniques is that you don’t need any special equipment, just a few common household items you likely already have on hand. You’ll learn the difference between hard herbs like rosemary and thyme, and soft herbs like basil and parsley, including how to maintain ideal moisture levels for both. The process takes just a few minutes to accomplish and is so simple that you may just feel inspired to make fresh herbs a staple in your favorite recipes.
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