Mint is the aromatic plant of the genus "mentha," used in infusions, to flavor liqueurs, sweets, syrups, and as a culinary herb. There are about 25 species. Its leaves are used to flavor sauces and salads, in cooking vegetables, and to season meat dishes. It's also used in making mint tea (made by infusing the leaves). Dried mint lasts up to two years. The leaves of peppermint produce a very pungent oil (used mainly in making sweets, liqueurs, and jellies). Lemon bergamot is a Mediterranean species that also produces an essential oil used mainly in marinades and drinks. Japanese mint is the species from which menthol is extracted.
A sweet smelling, refreshing herb used to flavor foods. Available fresh, dried or as an extract. Mint grows wild all over the world and is cultivated in the United States. It is most plentiful during the summer months. Store with their stems down in a cup of water for up to 1 week.
Mint is the dried leaf of a perennial herb. There are two important species, Mentha spicata L. (spearmint) and Mentha piperita L. (peppermint).
See Peppermint, Spearmint.
There are about 20 varieties of mint and the chopped leaves of nearly all go well with grilled lamb and veal, in making mint jelly, and to garnish fruit cups. Mint sprigs are especially good to complement new potatoes and nearly any dish with carrots, eggplant or peas. Mint is also a favorite for making teas and tissanes. All versions of mint like rich soil and the roots run under- ground to send up numerous shoots. The best way to contain a mint plant from spreading too far and choking the roots of neighboring plants is to place it in a pot and sink this either into the ground or a window box. Mint should be cut back every time fresh shoots appear, and if the plant becomes too dense new plants may be started from shoots. Even though mint is always at its best when used fresh, the leaves may be dried or frozen.
Refreshing, hair conditioner.
Thais use mint leaves in their salads, stir fried dishes and for grnishing. There are many different varieties of mint. If fresh mint is not available, simply omit it. Dried mint is not a good substitute.
A Druid sacred herb. Burning mint cleanses the area.
Although Mint comes in flavors such as pineapple and peppermint, spearmint is the variety most used. Enhances green peas and new potatoes and is used fresh in salads, mint sauce and as a fragrant garnish
any north temperate plant of the genus Mentha with aromatic leaves and small mauve flowers
the leaves of a mint plant used fresh or candied
a candy that is flavored with a mint oil
Any plant within the aromatic family 'mentha'. The leaves are used to make essential oil or for seasoning and flavoring.
Use leaves any time Peppermint leaves in fruit cocktails, ice cream. Spearmint in iced tea, lamb, jelly.
Of many kinds of mint, spearmint or common mint is the cook's choice for mint sauce or mint jelly. Clean tasting mint, finely chopped, is an addition to fish soups and stews and to salads.
An herb with a fresh, peppery flavor. Mint is available fresh, dried, and as an extract. Recipe: Mango Salsa
A large group of hardy herbaceous perennials "Mentha" spp. which interbreed readily to form hybrids. Generally to 1 m high wiht oval pointed aromatic leaves deep veined and set in pairs up a square green to purple stalk. All are edible save that penny royal should only be used in small quantities.
An aromatic herb used both in the green and dry form. It is used in flavouring soups, tea, rice and meat dishes; to make chutneys, etc.
MÅhihi Natural mint is a wonderful refreshing agent and also is used to stimulate and cure skin conditions and irritations. It cools and revives the skin.
A fragrant, delicious herb with small ridges along its blue-green leaves. Used to brighten the taste of food and drink, or add a wonderful fragrance to the bridal bouquet. Mint is ready for plucking in the spring and is available through the fall.
Of the many different types and hybrids of mint, (almost six hundred) spearmint and peppermint are among the most common with peppermint a bit spicier than spearmint. Mints are widely used in confections, desserts, beverages, jellies, and as a garnish.
A specific flavor of mint, usually found only in subtle proportions. Often found in California Cabernets.
Leaves Aromatic herb with familiar cool flavor; two varieties: spearmint and peppermint Lamb, fruits, tea and fruit beverages, peas, carrots, potatoes
widely used herb often paired with lamb. Indian mint has a stronger flavor and more pungent aroma than Western varieties.
A blast of refreshing minty flavor complements both sweet and savory dishes. Mint is a plant with a lot of different variety from Catnip to Chocolate. Use as a decorative garnish to dishes and drinks or stir into Cool-Whip topping and spoon over fresh berries.
There are literally several hundred varieties of mint with peppermint, spearmint, and pineapple mint being the most common and popular. All are easy to grow and tend to reach heights of two feet with an overall sprawling appearance. Of all the purported benefits of medicinal herbs, those attributed to mints are perhaps the most documented. Not only do mints taste good, but they have a number of medicinal properties, in particular soothing gastric upsets. Peppermint used as a tea is particularly effective for stomach complaints, but some people report peppermint makes their heartburn worse. For children with colic or an "upset tummy" spearmint should be used because it is milder. (For adults spearmint has little benefit beyond a pleasant taste and a breath freshening effect.) When combined with rosemary, mint oil is a good hair conditioner and will control dandruff.
A perennial herb that is available fresh or dried. Try it in tabouli salad. Mint is easy to grow, but don't let it take over your garden.
The two most popular types of the over 30 varieties of mint are peppermint and spearmint. Peppermint is more pungent. Mint is used in both savory and sweet dishes.
A dream of the herb signifies happiness to the healthy and improvement to the ailing. The money mint in your dream forecasts an expected rise in status after a few delays.
A natural refresher, its cooling and soothing properties make it a good ingredient for cleansers and astringents. Sometimes used as a fragrance.
herb used in Middle Eastern and Indian cooking. In the West, commonly used to make tea as well as a sauce served with lamb roasts.
is a refreshing sweet herb available in many varieties, with spearmint being the most common. It is used to flavor sweet and savory dishes and is sold fresh in sprigs or dried as minced leaves. Store fresh mint in the refrigerator, wrapped in paper towels
Phudina, Podina, Odithalam. Most often the dried form is used when making masalas but fresh can be used when making salads or kebabs.