Parsley - The Under Appreciated Herb
Curly - Petroselinum crispum Flat - Petroselinum neapolitanum
Parsley is a bright green, crisp, biennial herb often used as spice. It is very commonly used in cooking in all regions of the world, especially in the Middle East, Europe and the Americas. Its leaves are used in much the same way as Cilantro, although it has a milder flavor.
You will find either variety or both varieties at the same time in our distinctive Kitchen Pick packaging depending on your location and time of year. Curly Leaf Parsley is the most familiar of the two since it is used extensively as a garnish in North America. Flat Leaf Parsley is generally preferred by chefs because it has a stronger flavour. Both are used often in combination with other herbs in soups, salads and to add colour to food presentation. Parsley goes extremely well with potato dishes and rice dishes (risotto or pilaf), as well as with fish, fried chicken, lamb and most kinds of vegetable and meat stews. It is a key ingredient in several West Asian salads such as tabbouleh, the national dish of Lebanon.
