Barbecue Spices and Marinades - Mint, Tarragon, Coriander, & Parsley

Mint
Mint has a strong refreshing flavour which adds an extra dimension to both sweet and savory dishes. Mint complements - lamb, veal, rabbit, new potatoes, peas, vegetables, salads, tomatoes, soups, jelly, fresh fruits. Whilst traditionally used in the UK as a summer herb for flavoring lamb, new potatoes and peas, Mint is used in many dishes from the Middle East. It is one of the ingredients in Tunisian hot chilli sauce, often used as a table sauce, or as an ingredient in meat and vegetable stews. The Latin name ‘mentha’ comes from ‘menthe’, a charming nymph who was changed into the Mint plant by Proserpine, the wife of Pluto, in a fit of jealousy. Mint symbolizes hospitality. It repels rats and mice, relieves wasp stings and was used by the Romans to whiten teeth.

Tarragon
The long narrow leaves of Tarragon have a strong, spicy, anise flavour. Tarragon complements - chicken, fish, veal, lamb, eggs, salads, sauces, vegetables, vinegar, soups, mayonnaise. Use Tarragon sparingly as it can overpower other ingredients and take on a bitter taste. The name Tarragon is probably a corruption of the French word ‘estragon’ meaning ‘little dragon’ as the roots curl around like a dragon's tail. Tarragon was used to cure the bites of dogs and poisonous snakes. Tarragon is one of the classic French herbs and is a favorite flavouring for white wine vinegar. Tarragon is a stimulant to the appetite.

Coriander
The flavour of Coriander Leaf is strong, pungent and earthy. It is quite different from the aromatic, citrus flavour of Coriander Seed. Although both are from the same plant they are not interchangeable. Coriander Leaf is used extensively in Asian, Oriental and Latin American cooking. Coriander Leaf complements - chicken, fish, curries, rice, tomatoes, Thai, Indonesian, Chinese and South American dishes. Coriander Leaf is the world's most popular herb. Whilst it is not often found in European cooking, it is used extensively in Asian, Oriental, Middle Eastern and Latin American dishes.

Parsley
Parsley is probably the most popular and versatile herb available. It has a very mild, fresh flavour. Parsley complements - lamb, chicken, ham, casseroles, fish, vegetables, salads, egg and cheese dishes, soups, sauces. The Greeks used Parsley to crown victors at the Isthmian Games. It was also a symbol of death and scattered over tombs. The Romans were the first to use Parsley as food and ate it like lettuce. The Romans believed Parsley worn as wreaths around their necks prevented drunkenness.

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