Savory
Satureia hortensis
- Name: Savory
- Latin name: Satureia hortensis
- Harvest area: Mediterranean border
- Harvest period: june - october
- Properties:
- - Stimulant.
- Digestive.
- Antiseptic.
Description:
Savory has been know since old times, the Egyptians used to put stalks in their love potions
Romans and Greeks appreciated it, as it was appreciated because it was long before the arrival of chilli and pepper, on of the most used condiment in cuisine.
Cultivation:
Sacory is mainly cultivated in the Mediterranean region, at the side of time and lavender fields. Or it can be found also in the North America and in the whole of Europe
In France, the harvest is carried out in August
Favourite recipes:
Savory is traditionally used with dried vegetables as it facilitates their assimilation, but also in salads, grilled meats, soups and fresh
Uses:
Savory has a hot flavour it could replace pepper when seasoning dishes
Cooking it for a long time can free and sweeten its aroma.