Tag: Tarragon

Although Russian tarragon is not preferred for culinary use, it is eaten in Iran to stimulate appetite. It is also used as a digestive stimulant and to flush toxins from the body, for insomnia, to dull the taste of medicines, and to ease the pain of sores, cuts, and toothaches. Is Russian tarragon any good? […]

Since dried tarragon is more potent ( strong tasting ) use it sparingly when substituting for fresh tarragon. As a general rule with tarragon, I start with ½ teaspoon of dried tarragon for every tablespoon of fresh tarragon that a recipe calls for. Taste and adjust while cooking. What can I use instead of fresh […]

Mexican tarragon tastes like French tarragon with a slight anise flavor. Although it tastes like French tarragon, Mexican tarragon is not a true tarragon (Artemisia). Instead, it is related to marigolds. The foliage resembles tarragon but the flowers are definitely marigolds. What type of tarragon is considered the best? French Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) It appears […]

French tarragon. This standard variety of tarragon is the one most commonly used in cooking, as it is the most flavorful form of the herb. French tarragon is also the most difficult and time-consuming to grow, as the flowers of this variety are sterile and do not produce seeds. Is French or Russian tarragon normally […]

Herb mayo. Finely chop fresh tarragon, then stir into mayonnaise with a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve alongside shellfish or spooned over a warm chicken baguette. Sunday roast. Stir chopped fresh tarragon, parsley and chives into softened butter, then rub all over the skin of a whole chicken before roasting. What can you do with […]

Store tarragon in the fridge, either loosely rolled in a damp paper towel and then placed in a plastic bag or in a jar of water loosely covered in plastic. Tarragon is not well-suited for drying, as it loses a lot of its flavor. Does tarragon need to be refrigerated? The precise answer to that […]

French Cuisine. Tarragon and French Cuisine Tarragon is a popular herb most commonly used in French cuisine. Tarragon is an essential addition to recipes like béarnaise sauce, and is one of four ingredients in the French herb mixture fines herbes, which also includes chives, parsley, and chervil. What countries use tarragon? Tarragon is used to […]

Allergy to ragweed and related plants: Tarragon may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others. What herbs cause allergic reactions? Allergy to spices and herbs often involves local reactions in the oral cavity causing itching of the […]

Tarragon is used to treat digestion problems, poor appetite, water retention, and toothache; to start menstruation; and to promote sleep. In foods and beverages, tarragon is used as a culinary herb. Does tarragon upset your stomach? Because tarragon also has great antibacterial properties, it may help prevent the growth of bad bugs in the gut […]

Beef can be a heavy and robust meat, requiring equally as strong flavors to match it. Herbs like rosemary, oregano, sage, thyme, tarragon and bay go very well when cooked with the meat, however fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley do very well as a garnish to lighten the meal. What meat goes best with […]

It opens the appetite, and is not just, as it is often believed, an effective remedy for digestive disorders, including colitis and aerophagia. A potent antispasmodic, it also fights respiratory allergies, rheumatism and menstrual (dysmenorrhoea) pains, neuritis and polyneuritis, cramps and various spasms (hiccough). What does tarragon do for the body? Tarragon has many impressive […]

However, in some European cookbooks you will see tarragon referred to as estragon. Because of that “e” at the beginning of “estragon”, there are those among us who believe tarragon contains estrogen. I can find no clinical studies to indicate that it does. What does tarragon contain? Summary Tarragon is low in calories and carbs […]

Tarragon has many impressive health benefits, including the potential to reduce blood sugar, inflammation and pain, while improving sleep, appetite and heart health. What does tarragon cure? Tarragon is used for indigestion (dyspepsia), poor appetite, nausea and vomiting after surgery, toothache, sleep problems, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support […]

Susan Chang prefers dishes in which other ingredients complement and tame its sweet refrain. In the right context, she says, the essence of licorice — in fennel, tarragon or basil, for example — charms and captivates. Is tarragon used in licorice? If you are looking for another fresh herb, swap the herb one for one […]

Mexican tarragon (Tagetes lucida), which is native to Mexico, has been used since Aztec times both medicinally and as a flavoring in food. Can you cook with Mexican tarragon? Tips for Cooking with Mexican Tarragon The flowers are edible and can be taken apart and petals sprinkled on salads or soups. Add the leaves at […]

Preheat your oven to the lowest temperature possible. Place parchment paper on a baking sheet. Lay the tarragon out on the parchment paper. Place the baking sheet in the oven for an hour. What is the best way to dry fresh tarragon? HOW TO DEHYDRATE TARRAGON Wash tarragon stems well. 2.Place stems on trays (or […]

Tarragon—at least French tarragon—is a host plant for Oregon Swallowtail caterpillars. Which plant is a host plant? Host plants are plants that an organism lives on and lives off of. Think of the pickiest eater you know. They might not like a wide variety of foods, but they probably still eat more than one thing. […]

As mentioned, French tarragon is propagated vegetatively via stem cuttings or root division. The reason for this is that French tarragon herbs rarely flower and thus, have limited seed production. Can you grow French tarragon from seed? You can’t grow French tarragon from seeds. You must purchase the plants or take an established plant from […]

Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus), also known as estragon, is a species of perennial herb in the family Asteraceae. It is widespread in the wild across much of Eurasia and North America, and is cultivated for culinary and medicinal purposes. Tarragon Clade: Eudicots Clade: Asterids Order: Asterales Family: Asteraceae Is tarragon native to America? The plant is […]

Tarragon was mentioned in the 13th century by Arabic Botanist Ibn al-Baytar, who studied in Spain and traveled to North Africa and Syria collecting and writing about plants. How was tarragon discovered? Tarragon has only been cultivated for around 600 years. It is thought to have been brought to Italy around the tenth Century by […]