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lavender flower

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4.9
Based on 121 reviews
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0.07 oz
50¢
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0.4 oz
$4
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0.4 oz
$3
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2 oz
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Dried lavender buds are small, purple-blue flowers that are commonly used in cooking and baking. They have a strong, sweet, floral aroma with a slight hint of camphor and a subtle, bitter taste. The aroma and taste of dried lavender buds can be affected by heat and cooking time, with longer cooking times often reducing the potency of the flavor.

In cooking, dried lavender buds are used in a variety of cuisines, including Mediterranean, French, and British. They are commonly used in dishes such as lavender shortbread cookies, honey lavender ice cream, and lavender lemonade. Lavender is also used to add flavor to roasted meats, marinades, and spice rubs.

The dried lavender buds do not require any preparation before use and can be added directly to recipes. They are often used in recipes that call for a delicate floral flavor, and they are typically added towards the end of cooking or baking to preserve the aroma and taste.
QUICK INFO
lavender flower , whole
INGREDIENTS
Lavender buds
AROMA
Strong, sweet, floral aroma with a hint of camphor.
CHARACTERISTICS
Small, purple-blue dried flowers.
PAIRINGS
Rosemary, thyme, lemon, and honey.
USAGE
Start with small amounts of lavender flower. The aroma and flavor can overwhelm dishes quickly.
PLANT PART
flower buds
PROCESSING / FORM
whole
BOTANICAL NAME
Lavandula angustifolia Mill
ORIGIN
China
BOTANICAL NAME
Lavandula angustifolia Mill
AKA
lavender
English lavender
Old English Lavender
USAGE HINT

When using dried lavender buds in cooking or making drinks, it's important to remember that a little goes a long way as the flavor can be quite potent. It's best to add it towards the end of cooking or steeping to preserve the aroma and flavor. It's also recommended to start with a small amount and adjust to taste.

QUICK FACT

Dried lavender buds have been used as a natural moth and insect repellent for centuries, placing bags of the dried flowers in closets and drawers to keep away pests.

 

Fresh From Origin

Much of the folklore surrounding lavender is quite ancient. Cleopatra is said to have worn its scent to seduce Julius Caesar and Marc Antony, and some claim the asp that delivered her fatal bite was hidden amongst her lavender bushes. Additionally, European royalty made lavish use of lavender in perfumes and foods. In the Tudor era, young maidens would sip on lavender tea and recite, "St. Luke, St. Luke, be kind to me. In my dreams, let me my true love see."
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