A couple of years ago we were on vacation in Portland, Oregon and I bought a little jar of fresh herb salt. Before that I hadn’t considered that fresh herbs could be preserved so simply by mixing them with salt. I’ve bought jar after jar since then – many of them as gifts – and the other day I thought, why can’t I make this? So I did; you should too. Here’s how!
Special thanks to Dexter Britain for the use of his track, “Summers Coming”.
Fresh Herb Salt
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic peeled
- 2 cups fresh herbs lightly packed (I use a mixture of oregano, thyme, and sage)
- 1 cup coarse sea salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- With the food processor running, add clove of garlic through the shoot to mince. Add fresh herbs to the bowl the food processor; process until very fine, about 30 seconds.
- Combine salt, freshly ground black pepper and herb mixture in a medium bowl; whisk to thoroughly combine.
- Transfer to airtight container and store in a cool dry place.
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Sabrina (Sugarly Ever After) says
July 18, 2012 at 11:39 amThis recipe sounds delicious! I can’t wait to try it, especially the spicy mayo! I love your blog, glad I came across it! Your pictures are great! Will definitely be following 🙂
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Simply Life says
July 15, 2012 at 12:42 pmI’ve just started using herb salts and love the added flavor!
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says
July 13, 2012 at 5:15 amA great idea to preserve herbs and I bet that they make wonderful gifts too! 😀
Giovanna says
July 12, 2012 at 12:12 pmI prepare lots of jar of herbs salt every summer … it’s so good on meat !!! I use also a mix of rosemary, sage, garlic ( finely chopped) and pink and black pepper for vegetables, meat or a different kind of bruschetta !
Marissa says
July 12, 2012 at 10:44 pmI am definitely trying you pink and black pepper version – sounds fantastic!
Jenn Parke says
July 12, 2012 at 9:41 amFABULOUS video!!!!! Loved it and it was soooo easy! I almost spit my coffee out at the ‘Strip (what!?)’ part!!!
Marissa says
July 12, 2012 at 10:44 pmJenn, you crack me up. xoxo
Jen @ Jen's Favorite Cookies says
July 12, 2012 at 9:01 amI’ve never had fresh herb salt before… now I’m going to be looking for it! It seems like a wonderful idea!
Marissa says
July 12, 2012 at 10:43 pmIt’s so good – love that the herbs don’t dry out.