10 Ways To Use Marjoram In The Kitchen
With its sweet, earthy, subtly spicy flavor, marjoram is a great herb to keep on hand to punch up recipes.
Similar to oregano but more delicate, this aromatic cousin has been used in Mediterranean cuisine for centuries. Both the fresh and dried leaves impart warmth and vibrancy.
Here are 10 handy ways to start cooking with marjoram:
- Pizza - Sprinkle marjoram over the sauce and toppings of homemade pizza for extra aromatic flavor.
- Salad Dressings - Whisk chopped marjoram into oil and vinegar salad dressings and marinades.
- Compound Butters - Blend marjoram into flavored butters to serve over grilled meats, fish and vegetables.
- Soups & Stews - Add marjoram while simmering vegetable, chicken or beef soups and stews.
- Roasted Veggies - Toss chopped marjoram with carrots, potatoes, onions and other roasting veggies.
- Beans & Legumes - Stir marjoram into the pot when cooking up dried beans, lentils or chickpeas.
- Meatballs/Meatloaf - Mix marjoram into the ground meat mixture for extra moist, flavorful meatballs or meatloaf.
- Oils & Vinegars - Infuse olive oils and vinegars with fresh marjoram sprigs to use for marinades, drizzling and dipping.
- Herbal Teas - Brew therapeutic marjoram tea on its own or blend it with chamomile or mint.
- Baked Goods - Add marjoram to savory quick breads, scones and biscuits for a warming flavor.
Let this versatile, fragrant herb spice up your next meal! What’s your favorite marjoram recipe?
