Sunday

Herb substitutes

So often I get to finishing a dish or find a recipe and sure enough I dont have the right fresh herb. Who has a constant supply of all the herbs at their finger tips?
Not me, the balcony can only grow so many. So over the years I have learnt to improvise with whats at hand. Following is a guide to next best options to save you going down to the store.

No Parsley- mint or celery leaf (palest part)
No mint- basil, coriander
No basil- mint, oregano
No rosmary- thyme and opposite
No oregano- parsley, basil or marjoram
No marjoram- parsley, basil or oregano
No coriander- mint, thai basil
No kaffir lime leaf- lime zest
No dill- fennel tops, basil
No lemongrass- lemon zest