FRUIT AND VEGETABLES | AROMATIC HERBS - FLOWERS - LEAVES | Aromatic herbs and leaves

Sage bunch ±30g

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This distinctive herb is recognisable by its oblong, downy leaves, which are a velvety grey-green in colour and give off a powerful fragrance with notes of camphor and musk. Selected by Le Delas for the density of its foliage and its exceptional aromatic concentration, this herb is a valuable asset for chefs wishing to bring a rustic yet sophisticated depth to meat and fresh pasta dishes. Aromatic enhancement, use and storage: ► Culinary uses: Essential for making the famous Saltimbocca alla Romana, it also excels in brown butters, poultry stuffings and sauces for gnocchi or ravioli. ► Pairings and combinations: Its powerful aroma pairs harmoniously with fatty meats such as pork or duck, which it helps to balance, as well as with roasted root vegetables. ► Preparation: To bring out its aromas, feel free to fry the whole leaves in fat until they become crispy, or to infuse them for a long time in sauce stocks. ► Storage: Store in a positive-temperature cold room, away from excessive humidity which could alter the velvety texture of the leaves, in order to preserve the integrity of its essential oils. Location in store: Atelier Fruits Legumes
a piece ≃ 30 g