Herbs :: Parsley

"Curly Leaf Parsley" & "Italian" (flat leaf) Parsley (Petroselinum crispum)

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 coriander (which is also sometimes known as Chinese parsley or cilantro), although it has a milder flavor than coriander.

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.

Care and Harvesting Instructions for your Kitchen Pick Potted Parsley

Herbs do not like cold temperatures! Please do not put them in your fridge or in any area where they would encounter temperatures below 54F (12C). The ideal location for your Kitchen Pick herb is, as the name suggests, in your kitchen. You can place it in a bright windowsill in a small dish or on a small plate so you can water your Kitchen Pick herb as it grows. Remember, your herb is a living plant that will continue to grow and provide quality flavour as you use portions of it in your food preparation. Do not allow your herb to dry out to the point of wilting as this will cause leaf tip burn and shorten it's life-span. You can use a light soluble fertilizer with every watering to keep it growing and providing you with fresh picked herbs.

The best way to harvest portions from your Kitchen Pick herb is to snap or tear small pieces off the plant with your fingers. Your can use scissors to cut sections, but this is actually more harmful to the plant.

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