It is a herb of Mediterranean origin and especially from the Iberian Peninsula, although it is currently cultivated throughout the world at altitudes up to 2,500 meters above sea level. It can grow to over 2 meters in height and requires sun, air and heat. It has been used since ancient times as a condiment for different dishes and also has medicinal purposes due to the properties it contains.
The taste of rosemary
Rosemary is represented by the strong flavor, aroma and a lot of personality that it brings to culinary elaborations. It has slight notes of pine, lavender, camphor, nutmeg, floral and with a touch of spice. It combines perfectly with other spices such as bay leaf, garlic and thyme, it is used as a substitute for salt.
Culinary use of rosemary
It contains essential oils in all parts of the plant that gives off an intense flavor and perfumes very well in different preparations of roast and stewed meats, especially lamb. It also aromatizes the flavor of legumes and fish. It gives a special flavor to roasted potatoes and you can make a delicious chicken with rosemary and lemon.