How to keep fresh herbs flavourful longer
Keep your herbs fresh and delicious for weeks with easy storage techniques, gentle handling, and clever freezing methods.
Keeping fresh herbs alive and flavourful for longer starts with knowing how to store each type correctly.
Tender herbs like parsley and mint stay fresher when hydrated in a jar of water, while woody herbs such as rosemary and thyme last longer when wrapped in a damp paper towel and sealed in the fridge.
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Handling herbs gently also makes a big difference. Bruising the leaves releases oils that cause them to spoil faster, so it helps to use your fingers instead of a knife when picking what you need.
For extended storage, freezing works perfectly.
Simply chop the herbs, place them in an ice cube tray, cover with water or olive oil, freeze, and then store the cubes in freezer bags for easy use later.
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