Marjoram

Egyptian Marjoram, rubbed to perfection by JK. Available all year round, packed in eco-friendly paper bags for a delightful culinary experience in every season.

The most important information about marjoram:

  1. Botanical description:
    • A perennial herbaceous plant that grows between 30 and 60 cm in height.
    • Its leaves are small and soft, light green in color, and have a strong aromatic scent.
    • It contains small white or pink flowers that grow in clusters.
  2. Taste and smell:
    • Marjoram is characterized by a flavor that combines sweetness and bitterness, with a light spicy touch.
    • Its aromatic and fragrant scent is similar to the scent of oregano, but softer and sweeter.
  3. Uses:
    • In cooking: Marjoram is widely used in the kitchen as a spice For food. It is added to meat dishes, fish, salads, sauces, and soups, and can be used fresh or dried. It gives a distinctive flavor to food and is considered a basic spice in Mediterranean cuisine.
    • In traditional medicine: Marjoram has been used for thousands of years in natural remedies to treat a range of ailments such as digestive problems, high blood pressure, and insomnia.
    • In perfumery: Due to its strong aromatic scent, marjoram oil is used in the manufacture of perfumes and aromatic products.