Savory adds a piquant flavor to pâtés, soups, meat, fish, peas,
potato, and bean dishes.
Savory’s aroma and flavor bring to mind thyme
and mint. Its leaves are small and green.
Varieties
There are two types of savory, called summer and winter savory. Their
flavor is somewhat different, with the winter type more strongly aromatic. The summer type is
sweeter, milder, and more perishable when fresh. Both have a peppery taste.
Buying and storing tips
Choose fresh savory that has a clean, fresh scent. It can be stored
in the refrigerator, wrapped in a barely damp paper towel inside a sealable plastic bag, for
up to five days. Store dried savory in an airtight storage container, in a cool, dark place
for no more than six months.
Availability
Dried savory is available year-round in the spice section of most
supermarkets. Usually, fresh savory can only be found in specialty produce markets.
Preparation, uses, and tips
Strongly flavored, savory should be used with a light touch. It adds
a piquant flavor to many foods including pâtés and soups, as well as meat,
fish, peas,
potato, and especially to bean dishes. A few
chopped fresh leaves are a flavorful addition to salads, but using more than this can be
overpowering. Dried or fresh, savory is a common ingredient in the French herb blend,
herbes de Provence, an assortment of dried herbs said to reflect those most commonly used
in southern France.
Summer savory is the more versatile of the two varieties. It adds just the right note when
making a chicken broth, is good with eggs, and adds a
lively depth of flavor to bean dishes.
In many dishes, savory can serve as a flavorful substitute for salt.
Nutritional Highlights
Savory, ground, 1 Tbsp (5g)
Calories: 12
Protein: 0.3g
Carbohydrate: 3.0g
Total Fat: 0.26g
Fiber: 2.0g
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