Mint is a perennial aromatic herb that consists of 25 species and hundreds of varieties. The different species are characterized by having different aromas, leaf shapes and colors, and different flower types. The plant is propagated easily because it spreads by the production of rhizomes. Mint can be found growing wild and it is cultivated across North America, Europe, Asia and Africa for the extraction of volatile oils for use in flavorings such as gums and in alcoholic drinks like creme de menthe. One pound of the volatile oil will flavor 135,000 sticks of gum. http://www.geo.msu.edu/geogmich/mint.html
Contents of this site includes various home remedies and mint recipes are featured in videos below. Links and blogs regarding mint are also included. Featured videos include how to make tabouleh and how to make mint chutney. Videos in the video library section include making mint tea, the making of cocktails with mint, and other applications.
Common Varieties
Culinary Uses
How to Make Tabouleh
Tabouleh is a salad from the Middle east. The ingredients are primarily cracked bulgur wheat, lemon juice, tomato, onion, olive oil and spices, inluding mint. It can be eaten alone or with pita bread. Fresh grape leaves are frequent filled with this and then steamed, and they can be used as a scoop. Variations include the addition of carrots, cucumbers, and/or scallions.
How to Make Mint Chutney
An episode from "Show Me the Curry. com," showing how to make a mint chutney that goes well on a variety of Indian Dishes, including kabobs.. The ingredients include mint, tomato, onion, ginger, salt, sugar, a green chile, lemon juice and marsala. The blending process is in three stages, but it is very simple to make and delicious!
References
Fast Facts
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Fact:
The Scientific family name or genus is Mentha
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'''Aids in digestion''' (tea of leaves)
A home remedy that stimulates the production of bile
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'''Relieves nasal, chest and sinus congestion'''
Due to the effect of Menthol, the extracted oil
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'''Cold Remedy'''
A tea with peppermint and flowers of yarrow and elderberry
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'''Hacking Cough Remedy'''
Use 1-2 teaspons of dried leaves to a cup of boiling hot water. stee[ for 10 minutes. Drink 3-4 cups of cooled peppermint tea throughout the day, sipping every 15 to 30 minutes. A teaspoon of honey can be added as well.
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'''Culinary uses'''
As a spice in dishes such as tabouleh, salads, sauces and other dishes. Used to make jelly. Frequently added to cocktails, tea, and hot chocolate.
