Fresh herbs

Fresh herbs bring freshness, fragrance and nuance to dishes. From parsley, chives and dill to basil, mint and coriander, they are used to brighten flavours, round them out or give a preparation more character.

On this page, you will discover different types of fresh herbs, with attention to flavour, culinary use, storage and applications in the kitchen. This gives you a clear overview of which herbs suit fish, meat, vegetables, salads, sauces and dishes from a range of cuisines.

  • Dille

    Dill

    A refined herb with a fresh, aniseed-like aroma, classically used with fish, potatoes, cucumber and pickled preparations.

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    Parsley

    A fresh, green herb with a gentle aromatic character, widely used in salads, sauces, soups and warm dishes.

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    Chives

    A delicate and mild herb with light onion notes that pairs well with eggs, potatoes, salads, fish and creamy sauces.

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  • Basillicum

    Basil

    A fragrant herb with a soft, lightly peppery aroma, much loved in salads, pasta dishes, tomato-based dishes and Mediterranean preparations.

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    Mint

    A fresh and aromatic herb with a cool flavour that works well in salads, yoghurt, tea, desserts and Middle Eastern dishes

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  • Koriander

    Coriander

    A distinctive herb with a fresh, citrusy aroma, widely used in Asian, Middle Eastern and Latin American dishes.

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  • Kervel

    Chervil

    A fine and elegant herb with soft aniseed-like notes that works well in soups, egg dishes, salads and light sauces.

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  • Dragon

    Tarragon

    An aromatic herb with a refined, lightly aniseed-like flavour, classically used in sauces, chicken dishes, fish and vinegar-based preparations.

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  • Citroenmelisse

    Lemon balm

    A gentle herb with fresh citrus notes that works well in tea, desserts, fruit salads and light summer dishes.

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    Sage

    A powerful and aromatic herb with warm, lightly resinous notes that pairs well with meat, butter, pasta, pumpkin and oven dishes.

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