Quan Shui Wet Market
Oregano
Flavour Of The Herb
Oregano has a savoury flavour with peppery undertones, common in dishes like pasta sauces.
Health Benefits
Anti-Inflammatory Effects: Compounds in oregano, including carvacrol and thymol, have anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce inflammation in the body.
Suggested Recipes
Classic Tomato Sauce (recipe here)Ingredient recommendations: Australia Brown Onions 澳洲黄皮洋葱 and Cameron Highlands Tomatoes 金马伦高原番茄
Fun Facts
Did you know? Oregano's name comes from the Greek words "oros," meaning mountain, and "ganos," meaning joy – together, it translates to "joy of the mountain."
Parts to Use
The leaves
How to Harvest
Clip the stems just above a set of leaves. Avoid harvesting more than 1/3 of the plant.
Please note that these items are not for sale and are exclusively available for free at the Quan Shui Wet Market's Herbs and Spice Garden, located in front of our flagship Upper Thomson store at 50 Tagore Lane, #B1-01, Singapore 787494.
You are welcome to pick and take them home as a complimentary gesture from us. We kindly ask that you pick the herbs mindfully, ensuring that other Pasar Kakis can also enjoy the experience.
You are welcome to pick and take them home as a complimentary gesture from us. We kindly ask that you pick the herbs mindfully, ensuring that other Pasar Kakis can also enjoy the experience.