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Classic in mint juleps, tabbouleh, and Moroccan mint tea.
Chocolate mint enhances desserts like cookies and ice cream.
Medicinal Properties: Menthol soothes digestion, relieves headaches, and clears respiratory passages.
Top Varieties:
‘Spearmint’ – Standard kitchen mint.
‘Peppermint’ – High menthol, intense cooling effect.
‘Apple Mint’ – Fruity fragrance, low bitterness.
Pro Tip: Prevent staining by lining the bucket with coarse compost under the soil mix.
20.3 Cilantro (Coriandrum sativum)
History & Origin: Used since 5,000 BC, found in Egyptian tombs. Both leaves (cilantro) and seeds (coriander) are staples in Latin, Indian, and Middle Eastern cuisines.
Culinary Uses:
Key in salsa, guacamole, chutneys, and curries.
Coriander seeds are toasted for spice blends like garam masala.
Medicinal Properties: Acts as a natural heavy metal detoxifier and has antimicrobial benefits.
Top Varieties:
‘Calypso’ – Bolt-resistant.
‘Leisure’ – Compact, great for containers.
‘Santo’ – Strong, pungent flavor.
20.4 Parsley (Petroselinum crispum)
History & Origin: Native to the Mediterranean, used by Greeks and Romans for medicine and breath freshening.
Culinary Uses:
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