Drying Herbs #1
P/15
Most herbs may be dried in your Luvele Food Dehydrator right on the plant stalk
or stem. Seeds and leaves are easily stripped from the plant when dry. Do not dry
herbs with fruits and vegetables. Store finished product in a cool, dark place to
reduce flavour loss. Do not powder leaves until you are ready to use.
Preparation
Leaves and stems should be washed under cold running water to remove any
dust or insects. Remove any dead or discoloured parts. If flowers are to be used
in teas, dry them whole. When seed pods have dried, their outer covering may be
removed by rubbing the seeds between the palms of your hands while blowing on
them to remove the husks. Place larger seeds on a mesh liner and place smaller
seeds loosely on a fruit roll-up sheet. Dehydrate until there is no moisture evident.
1-3 Hrs
Leaves
Rinse in cold water
Italian and Mediterranean
dishes, tomato dishes,
meat, salads, soups, fish,
poultry dishes
Caraway
Clip entire plant,
then dip in boiling
water
Seeds
Pork, sauerkraut,
rye bread, cheese,
vegetables and cookies
Part of Plant
Preparation
Use
Time
3-5 Hrs
5-10 Hrs
2-3 Hrs
2-5 Hrs
3-5 Hrs
Herbs
Basil
Chili Peppers
Pods
Rinse and dice
Powder for seasoning
Chives
Leaves
Chop, rinse in
cold water
Mild onion flavor,
use in moist recipes
Coriander
Seeds
Clip entire plant,
dip in boiling water
Sausage, pickling, spices,
apple and pear dishes
Cumin
Seeds
Rinse in cold water
Curries and chili dishes
