Curry herb is quite inconspicuous, but not unattractive with its silvery leaves. In summer it bears numerous yellow flowers. Dried flower shoots can be easily incorporated into colorful dried bouquets and are also used to ward off insects.
Is curry herb edible and how can it be used?
Curry herb is edible and is suitable as a seasoning for stews, meat dishes, soups, teas and Asian dishes. However, consumption should be done cautiously by sensitive people as it can cause digestive problems. The flowers are also edible and are used to decorate and refine dishes.
What should you pay attention to when using curry herb?
The aromatic-smelling curry herb can certainly be described as a spice plant; it is even considered a medicinal herb with anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects. However, the curry herb should not be eaten because consumption can lead to digestive problems, especially in sensitive people. The delicate taste of the herb also becomes slightly bitter when cooked for a long time. However, it is not poisonous.
When used carefully and only cooked briefly, curry herb develops a very delicate aroma. It is ideal for seasoning stews and lamb or other meat dishes, but also for soups, teas and Asian dishes.
The flowers of the curry herb are also edible. Use it to refine your desserts or sprinkle the yellow splashes of color over your prepared salads. They are also suitable as an edible decoration on plates and buffets or for refining herbal teas.
When should I harvest my curry herb?
The ideal harvest is at the time of the most intense aroma, i.e. shortly before flowering. It's best to use the freshly harvested herb in the kitchen. If necessary, it can also be dried or frozen. If you cut complete shoots of the curry herb at a time, you can always easily remove it from your dishes.
The most important things in brief:
- not poisonous
- very easy to care for
- It is best to harvest shortly before flowering
- Use herb with caution
- can cause digestive problems (especially in sensitive people)
- Taste very delicate, but bitter after cooking for a long time
- Flowers edible
- Herb can be frozen or dried
Tip
The aromatic curry herb is very easy to care for and can be used in many ways in the kitchen; even beginners can grow it.
