The benefits and use of a variety of aromatic dried vegetables
In spite of the variety of aromatic dried vegetables, in this section we are going to introduce the most common vegetables that you can use in cooking or preparing medicinal drinks on a daily basis. Some of the most important ones include:
1. Dry parsley
Dried parsley can be considered one of the most widely used types of dried vegetables, which is used in many Iranian and foreign dishes. Parsley is cultivated and produced in Iran, North Africa and Southern Europe. It is a herbaceous plant that grows to a height of 70 cm. Its leaves are dark in color and have rhombus cuts with a triangle shape. Parsley is one of the aromatic dried vegetables that consists of vitamin C and vitamin A, vitamin K and many minerals such as calcium and potassium. Due to its abundant vitamins and minerals, parsley is used for skin rejuvenation, heart health and antibacterial properties. In addition, this green plant has a slightly bitter taste; But it goes well with all kinds of food and improves their taste and aroma
Dry parsley applications
Dried parsley is used in many dishes due to its very pleasant aroma and taste. In addition, it is also used as medicine. The uses of dry parsley include soup, yogurt, salad, pasta, and seafood. In addition, dry parsley can be used as a seasoning in dishes cooked with vegetables. This vegetable is also used in nazri soup or other types of soup with vegetables. Dry parsley is used in teas and teas. Due to its high properties and rich nutrients, you can make it into a mask and use it for your skin and hair. In addition, you can also flavor nuts at home using parsley.
2. Dry mint
Mint is one of the types of aromatic dry greens that have been used all over the world for many years. There are many types of mint, including mountain mint, peppermint, Indian, catmint, and spearmint. This plant has been used in cooking for a long time due to its strong aroma, spicy taste and pleasant smell. In addition, dry mint contains many potential medicinal compounds such as polyphenols and flavanols. Therefore, it has anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-cancer and antioxidant properties. For this reason, this plant is used in the pharmaceutical industry and medicinal plants.
Dry mint applications
The nature of dry mint is warm and dry. Considering that many of our Iranian dishes are cold, many people use mint to neutralize the cold. This dry vegetable is used in yogurt, buttermilk to prepare tea and in noodle soup. You can use a little mint in stews and meat dishes like kebabs. If you are planning to prepare a creamy soup or a variety of dips, you can add some dry mint to them and enjoy its special aroma.
Also, many people use dry mint as one of the main flavorings in their Shirazi salad. . Among the medicinal uses of dry mint, we can mention teas for periods, to relieve heartache and cure colds. This tea is not harmful to the body and considering that it does not contain caffeine, it can be a good substitute for tea or coffee.
Dry dry
Dried dill is one of the medicinal and edible plants that was found in southwest and central Asia since ancient times. Over time, this plant has been transferred to Europe and America, and Iran has been considered one of the main centers of its cultivation since the past. Dill not only has a special aroma and can be used to flavor foods; But because of its many medicinal properties, it is also used for medicinal purposes. Its properties include the treatment of indigestion, flatulence in the stomach and intestines, and spasms.
Dill applications
This dried herb is a great way to add flavor to a variety of salad dressings. Meanwhile, you can add it to dips made using yogurt or cream. This vegetable is used in all kinds of soups and pickles and gives them a special aroma. Dill rice, egg, coconut salad, potato salad and chicken are the dishes in which you can use dry dill to improve their taste. To use the medicinal benefits of dill, you can make it as a decoction. Meanwhile, you can roast and season all kinds of nuts using dill.
4. Dry thyme
Dry thyme is a type of mountain plant that has a spicy and earthy smell. Most people know thyme with its many properties, because this plant is usually used to treat colds and respiratory tract congestion. In addition, thyme has antioxidant properties and can help relieve bacterial and fungal infections. In addition to medicinal uses, dried thyme is used in many dishes due to its distinctive taste. The taste and aroma of thyme is so good that many people prefer thyme honey to other types of honey.
Dry thyme
The taste of thyme goes well with the taste of meat, tomatoes, beans and lentils, and for this reason, it is used in dishes that contain these ingredients. You can use thyme to flavor lamb meat in all kinds of kebabs. In addition, this plant is an ideal seasoning for chicken. Ingredients for pasta, omelet, beans with mushrooms, fish and soup are some of the dishes in which dry thyme is used. Undoubtedly, the best way to take advantage of the medicinal properties of thyme is to drink its dry herb as tea.