Thyme whole, seasoning especially for Italian dishes

Thyme whole is a widely used ingredient, especially in Italian cuisine. The herb comes from a plant that has its origin in the Mediterranean and parts of Asia. It can be used in the preparation of many different dishes. After drying, the leaves of the plant are crushed into small chunks so that they can easily mix with the rest of the ingredients. At Natural Spices online you can order thyme of the highest quality. Just before the herb starts flowering, the taste of the leaves is most optimal. Exactly then they are harvested and dried, so you are guaranteed to add the best possible flavour to your dishes. You can order thyme online in a package of 150 grams, 500 grams, 1 kilo or 15 kilos.

To which dishes does thym tastes good?

Thyme whole is very easy to use and goes well with many different dishes. Its pungent mint flavour and lemony aroma go particularly well with lamb, poultry, game, fish and shellfish. It is also ideal for meat and fish dishes that are slowly cooked in wine. It not only gives meat and fish a fresh taste, but also supports the digestion of these foods. Of course you can also use it in the preparation of vegetarian dishes, soups and potato dishes

How should you use thyme whole?

Thyme whole has a deliciously aromatic and quite a dominant flavour. Be careful how much you add to a dish. It is best to add the finely chopped herb at the very beginning of the cooking process, so that it has sufficient time to release its flavour. In Italian dishes it forms a strong team with basil and oregano. Together with parsley and bay leaf, thyme does very well in soups.

Benefits for your health

Thyme whole is not only known for its delicious taste, but also for the fact that it has been used as a medicine for centuries. For example, it contains a large amount of vitamin K. The powder also contains a lot of iron and calcium. It works as an antioxidant and fights bacteria.