Savory is a herbaceous annual plant that grows spontaneously, especially in Mediterranean areas. The smell of its leaves resembles a mixture of thyme and lemon, so it is a pleasant, intense and refreshing aroma that will successfully emphasize the taste of many dishes. Savory also contains highly aromatic essential oils reminiscent of mint and pepper.
Prymat dried savory is perfect for both cold and hot dishes – its aroma is intense, well-felt and herbal. Since it belongs to the same plant family as thyme, rosemary, oregano, marjoram and sage, it also smells a bit like thyme. Dried savory gives priority to dishes a distinctive and spicy taste. It also has a spicy and slightly bitter aftertaste, so you should not overdo adding it to dishes. Savory should be added to the dish in the last 5-10 minutes of cooking to make sure that all its intense and rich aroma is released, without causing the dish to become bitter. We can successfully use it to season mild and delicate dishes as well as spicy and spicier dishes. Dried savory has a loose, green to brown-green color.
