Darégal

Chervil

Anthirscus cerfolium

  • Name: Chervil
  • Latin name: Anthirscus cerfolium
  • Harvest area: Siberia
  • Harvest period: september - october
  • Properties:
      - Diuretic.
      - Antiseptic.
      - Respiratory system.
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Description:

Chervil originates, without a doubt, from Turkey or Siberia.
During the Middle Ages, the name “parsley of the rich” was given to it and it was mainly used as a natural medication.

Cultivation:
Chervil grows wild in summer in central Europe.
It is picked from September to October.

Favourite recipes:
Chervil is a favourite on the list of fine herbs, which add flavour to salads, omelettes, sauces...
On its own, it is appreciated with poultry, white meats and fish.

Uses:
Chervil is known for its strong and subtle aroma, slightly aniseed and more or less musky.
It must be added at the end of the cooking in order to preserve its aroma.