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.