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
Use any combination of herbs you like here. Use on meat, vegetables, pasta... I promise you'll love it!
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Course: Seasoning
Cuisine: Spice
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.