Category: Vegetables

Mexican cooks rely on the strong flavor of Mexican oregano for a wide variety of traditional dishes. We use it in fresh or cooked salsa, meat mixtures for burritos and tacos, enchilada sauce, and classic braised pork. Cuban cuisine makes delicious use of this peppery herb. Does Mexican cooking use oregano? Mexican oregano is a […]

How to Lose Weight With Oregano Oil Purchase oil of oregano from your health food store. Take the capsule form according to package directions. Dilute oil of oregano in liquid form with olive oil. Drink the mixture three to four times a day. Does oregano oil help u lose weight? Interestingly, oregano oil is an […]

Mexican oregano is a staple in Mexican cooking. It a popular seasoning for pozole, black beans, and lots of meat dishes. In Latin American kitchens, it is an all-purpose seasoning that can be found in just about any dish. In Mexico, it’s even used as an herbal tea ingredient! Does Mexican food use oregano? Mexican […]

The herbs are complementary to each other and work best with savory ingredients commonly used for pizza-making. But there’s a big difference as well. Basil has a sweeter note than oregano due to licorice notes, along with a minty and herbaceous flavor. Think of it being similar to other herbs like dried mint and thyme. […]

Pronunciation. I am having several discussions about the pronounciation of the word Oregano. I’ve always heard it pronounced “Oh-REH-gah-no”. Since the English word for oregano comes to us via the Spanish, I stick to o-reh-gah-no. Is Herbs a silent h? The British pronunciation is “Herbs” with an “H” while American pronunciation is “erbs” without the […]

Unlike most herbs, oregano is mostly commonly sold and used in its dry form, as the aromas of fresh oregano are highly pungent and can easily overpower a dish. Is oregano a strong herb? Prized for its strong warm flavor, oregano is a must-have in the culinary herb garden. Is dried oregano potent? Oregano contains […]

Some herbs’ flavor is also a bit different in dried form compared to fresh – not better or worse, just different. Oregano, for example, is sharper and more peppery fresh, while the dried stuff is flavorful but mild. Is fresh oregano stronger than dried oregano? When cooking with herbs, there is a general rule of […]

Oregano contains chemicals that might help reduce cough. Oregano also might help with digestion and with fighting against some bacteria and viruses. Is oregano good for cough and asthma? Oregano oil in an oral or inhaled form is also used to try to treat respiratory tract conditions such as: Coughs. Asthma. Croup. Is oregano tea […]

If you wonder where you put oregano on your pizza, consider adding it to the tomato sauce or bread. It will give it a traditional flavor and enhance the tomato sauce and bread flavors. Fresh oregano is milder than dried but still adds a savory taste to a pizza. Does oregano go on pizza before […]

Cilantro. Just like the Mexican oregano, this familiar herb is popular in the Southwest United States and Central America. Cilantro is mainly used in Mexican dishes like this corn and bean tacos recipe. The Mexican herb will give you a more darker and robust flavor. What is a good substitute for Mexican oregano? MarjoramMarjoram is […]

Oregano can be used in more than just pizza and pasta sauce. The beautiful green herb adds a delicious, and perhaps unexpected, earthy flavor to several dishes including chicken, seafood, hamburgers, even beans. Also, try it in your next homemade pesto for a bit of a more robust topping for pasta or fish. What food […]

Mexican Oregano is from a different plant, indigenous to Mexico, and maintains a more woodsy, earthy flavor than Mediterranean Oregano. Mediterranean Oregano, Origanum vulgare, is part of the mint family. Mexican Oregano, Lippia graveolens, is more closely related to the vervain family than to mint. What’s the difference between Mediterranean and Mexican oregano? The Mediterranean […]

The Amazing Hyssop of the Bible (Wild Oregano) And he shall sprinkle upon him that is to be cleansed from the leprosy seven times, and shall pronounce him clean, and shall let the living bird loose into the open field.” Lev 14:4-7. Is oregano and hyssop the same? Majorana syriaca (also Origanum maru, although this […]

Both fresh and dry forms of the herb are used in cooking. Oregano has anti-inflammatory properties and can kill certain infections. It is a rich source of dietary fibre, as well as vitamins A, C, K and iron. Vitamin K is important as it helps form clots to prevent bleeding after an injury. What flavor […]

Although Mexican and Italian oregano can be used interchangeably, it isn’t a great idea for some recipes. For example, a sweet tomato sauce benefits from a sprinkle of regular oregano but if you add the Mexican version it will dominate the dish. Can I use Mexican oregano instead of regular oregano? You can substitute oregano […]

You can substitute oregano for Mexican oregano, but the taste may be different from what you’re looking for. Mexican oregano, in fact, tends to be stronger and earthier, so less is more if you’re substituting it for traditional oregano. Is there a difference between oregano and Mexican oregano? Regular oregano is an Italian and Mediterranean […]

Oregano comes from the mint family and has quite a robust flavour. Unlike other herbs and spices, oregano has a pre conceived notion of being a pizza herb! It has many other uses which is now slowly coming to the Indian kitchen. An extremely versatile spice, pepper has universal use. Is oregano a Indian spice? […]

But then along comes yet another wonderful oregano wannabe: Mexican oregano (Lippia graveolens)—also called orégano in Spanish—a member of the Verbenaceae, or verbena family. Is there another name for Mexican oregano? Mexican oregano is known to many by various names such as Mexican marjoram, wild oregano, and even Mexican wild sage. However, some just call […]

It was used in spells for happiness, tranquility, luck, health, protection and letting go of a loved one. It was also worn during sleeping to give one psychic dreams. Oregano was not widely used in the United States until after the Second World War. What was oregano originally used for? The herb is oregano, and […]

Which is better- Mediterranean Oregano or Mexican Oregano? Neither is truly “better” than the other, but each one is better suited to a certain type of cuisine. Mediterranean Oregano is crucial for Italian cuisine, but it also holds a place in Turkish, Spanish, and Moroccan cuisines. What’s the difference between Greek and Mexican oregano? Greek […]