Please help identifying this herb

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I can’t figure out what herb this is. It tastes kind of bitter!



Best Answer

Where did you get it? Looks like it could be epazote.

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How can I tell what herb I have?

Smell the aroma from the herb plant. Many herbs have distinctive smells that are dead giveaways of their identity. Basil has a strong earthy scent; fennel smells similar to licorice; mint has its own unique smell. Herbs such as cilantro and dill are more subtle, but can also be identified this way.

What are 5 types of herbs?

Types of Herbs
  • Parsley.
  • Mint.
  • Dill.
  • Basil.
  • Sage.
  • Rosemary.
  • Thyme.
  • Cilantro / Coriander.


What are the 20 commonly used herbs in the kitchen?

25 Culinary Herbs For A Chef's Herb Garden
  • Basil. Basil is one of the most celebrated culinary herbs and is perhaps the most popular annual herb in the kitchen garden. ...
  • Oregano. Oregano is a perennial herb that is foundational to European cooking. ...
  • Rosemary. ...
  • Thyme. ...
  • Parsley. ...
  • Chives. ...
  • Sorrel. ...
  • Dill.


What are the 10 most common herbs?

Top 10 Herbs for Your Kitchen
  • Basil.
  • Cilantro.
  • Dill.
  • Mint.
  • Oregano.
  • Parsley (Italian)
  • Parsley (Curly)
  • Rosemary.







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