Italian seasoning explained
Italian seasoning is a blend of ground herbs that primarily includes basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, and marjoram as its base. Many Italian seasoning blends may also include some of the following spices: garlic powder, parsley, crushed red pepper, sage, savory, or coriander. The blend varies by brand, with many publishing vague, nonspecific ingredient lists.
Despite the name, it is an American creation;[1] pre-blended, dry herbs are not common in Italy. However, Bolognese consists of rosemary, sage, garlic, salt, and black pepper.[2]
Flavor descriptions
This list represents a general mix for Italian seasoning.
- Basil: Has a slightly spicy, fresh and sweet taste. It also offers an aromatic experience.[3]
- Oregano: Has an earthy, bitter flavor with a pungent smell.[4]
- Rosemary: Rosemary can taste bitter with woodsy, pine, and citrus notes. Rosemary also has a very green, earthy smell.[5]
- Garlic powder: Can be used as a substitute for garlic, with different, milder notes. It provides a savory flavor to the dish.[6]
- Sage: Has earthy and citrus notes with a hint of spice.[7]
- Coriander: Despite coriander and cilantro coming from the same plant, they have very different flavor profiles. Coriander can be described as earthy, sweet, and light in flavor.[8]
- Thyme: Has minty, citrus, and earthy based flavors.[9]
- Marjoram: Has sweeter and delicate notes that are not overpowering.[10]
References
- Web site: Traverso Saibante . Carola . Mix di spezie famosi: quali sono e come usarli . 5 March 2021 . it . December 2019.
- Web site: Salamoia bolognese . Bruno Barbieri . 5 March 2021 . it . 14 May 2020.
- Web site: Basil Uses, Pairings and Recipes . 2023-12-14 . McCormick . en.
- Web site: Oregano . 2023-12-14 . McCormick Science Institute . en.
- Web site: Collins . Amanda . 2021-12-31 . What Does Rosemary Taste Like? - A Full Description About It . 2023-12-14 . Good Tasting Meals . en-US.
- Web site: Max . Chef . 2020-06-30 . What is Garlic Powder? . 2023-12-14 . en-US.
- https://www.facebook.com/allrecipes. (n.d.). Everything You Need to Know About Sage. Allrecipes. Retrieved August 5, 2023, from https://www.allrecipes.com/article/what-is-sage/
- Web site: Exploring the Flavor Profile of Coriander . 2023-12-14 . Slofoodgroup . en.
- Web site: Anne . 2022-10-19 . What Does Thyme Taste Like? . 2023-12-14 . Simple And Savory . en-US.
- Web site: Marjoram Herb Plant Cooking Tips and Uses . 2023-12-14 . North Shore LivingĀ® . en-US.