Yucatan Oregano 25 g

The precious Mexican oregano plants are real treasures. Some of them grow to an impressive size, resembling small, fragrant trees. Mexican oregano is a native plant that differs greatly from its Mediterranean counterpart. Belonging to the verbena family, it offers a lemony, woody and rustic flavour. It is found in several parts of the country, but it is in Yucatán that the most aromatic oregano is harvested. This herb is used in many local dishes, whether with broad beans, meat or in the pickled red onions that accompany the famous Yucatec cochinita pibil. It can also be grilled to use as a kind of pepper. In infusion, it is a natural remedy to relieve earaches. Mexican oregano is much more than just an aromatic herb, it is an essential ingredient in traditional Mexican cuisine. Its unique taste adds a special dimension to dishes and offers an incomparable taste experience.