Parsley
FridgeParsley is a versatile, green, leafy herb that adds freshness and color to any dish. Native to the Mediterranean, today parsley is grown throughout the world and is a popular herb and spice used in many different cuisines. When it comes to parsley, there are two main types. Italian or flat leaf parsley is characterized by its flat leaves. This variety of parsley has a fragrant, fresh, and slightly peppery taste. It is primarily used for cooking. With ruffled leaves, curly leaf parsley has a milder, slightly bitter taste. It can be used in cooking but is mainly used as a garnish. Parsley may also come in another form: dried. Although dried parsley lacks the same robust flavor as fresh parsley, it's a convenient alternative, particularly when it comes to shelf life. Dried parsley can last up to a year, whereas fresh parsley only lasts a week or two in the fridge. Dried parsley is great for incorporating into stews, sauces, and soups. It’s best suited for dishes that require long cooking times, as it will retain its flavor over high heat. Before using fresh parsley in your dishes, be sure to rinse it thoroughly to wash off any dirt. Once washed, roughly chop both leaves and stems. Although you can pick off the leaves, there’s no need. In fact, parsley stems actually contain more flavor than the leaves. It's best to only chop the amount needed for a dish and to keep the rest of the leaves on the stem. Any unused parsley should be wrapped in a damp paper towel, sealed in a plastic bag, and kept in the fridge where it will stay fresh for about 3-5 days. From chimichurri sauce to a fresh Mediterranean salad, parsley is a fantastic way to add a hint of freshness, texture, and vibrancy to your dishes.
Parsley nutrition and vitamin info per 100g
| Energy | 36 | kcal |
| Total Fat | 0.7900000214576721 | g |
| Carbohydrate Total | 6.329999923706055 | g |
| Sugars | 0.8500000238418579 | g |
| Protein | 2.9700000286102295 | g |
| Sodium | 56 | mg |
| Fiber | 3.299999952316284 | g |
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Parsley substitutes
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Parsley cooking tips
Samsung FoodGood quality parsley has deep green color and looks fresh and crisp. Avoid bunches that have leaves that are yellow because this indicates that they are probably overmature.
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If you want to use parsley for sauteing-chop leaves and stems, for garnish chop-only leaves. Use it whole in bouquet garni.
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Fresh parsley will last for up to three days if you wrap it in damp kitchen paper or plastic bag and store it in the fridge.