Description

A perennial aromatic herb native to the Mediterranearn region. There are 25 different species and 600 varieties.  Some types have a flavor reminiscent of apple while other other taste lemony.  The flavor varies in intensity from one species to another. Peppermint and spearmint are amount the most popular species, as they are highly aromatic.

Uses

Its used from everything from tabbouleh to lamb, from teas to stir fry.  It the United States its used mostly with sweets, vegetables and drinks.

Available Evergreen Exotic Mints

• Apple Mint

• Chocolate Mint

• Pineapple Mint

• Silver Mint

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Buying

Fresh mint leaves are generally green.

Nutritional Information

Mint owes its distinctive flavor and therapeutic properties to menthol, which leaves a fresh taste in the mouth. The compound is absent from mint, which is used only for its taste and has not effect on digestion.

Exotic Mint essence can contain up to 92 % menthol which is believed to have a number of medicinal properties.  It is said to alleviate colic, gallbladder problems and spasms and to be antiseptic, tonic, expectorant, stomachic, and digestive.

Consumed in large quantities, mint can be insomnia; in small does it promotes sleep.

Preparing                             

The leaves are usually stripped from the stems, chopped, and added to dishes at the last minute; prolong cooking diminishes the flavor. In many restaurants, mint serves as a garnish for desserts and drinks.

Serving Ideas

Mint can be used fresh or dried.  It can be added to cold and hot soups, sauces, certain vegetables, potato salad, meat , game, fish and ice cream.

Lamb is traditionally served with mint sauce or jelly. Mint's essential oil is used to flavor chewing gum, chocolate, liqueurs, toothpaste, medicines and cigarettes, and adds fragrance to certain cosmetics.

Storing

Fresh mint can be kept for several days in the refrigerator. If stored in a sealed container kept in dry, dark place, dried mint remains flavorful for up to 2 years.

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