Where it comes from
Gaziantep
Often called Turkey's culinary capital, Gaziantep has built its reputation on exceptional ingredients. Its warm Mediterranean climate produces intensely aromatic herbs that have flavored local dishes for generations.
Single-origin Gaziantep, Turkey
Dried Mint Leaves
Bright, herbaceous, and built to bloom in butter or yogurt. The finish on every Turkish soup that matters.
Unique Qualities
Turkish Dried Mint is a Turkish classic that adds cool, refreshing notes to both savory and sweet dishes. Unlike fresh mint, dried mint carries a more concentrated, herbaceous character.
Sourcing Details
Our Dried Mint Leaves are carefully harvested at peak freshness in Turkey, then dried using traditional methods to lock in their essential oils. The result is a fragrant, crisp herb with long-lasting flavor.
Flavor Profile
Dried Mint is cool, slightly sweet, and herbaceous, with a lingering freshness. It is essential in Turkish yogurt sauces, teas, soups, and salads.
Flavor Profile
How to Use
- β Yogurt Sauces & Dips: Essential for cacΔ±k (Turkish tzatziki) and any yogurt-based sauce
- β Soups: A pinch in lentil soup adds a cooling herbal counterpoint to the warmth
- β Salads: Sprinkle over tomato-cucumber salads for refreshing herbal lift
- β Meat Dishes: Complements lamb and beef β especially in kΓΆfte (Turkish meatballs)
- β Herbal Tea: Brew in hot water with honey for a traditional digestive remedy
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Dried Mint Leaves
Cool, dark cabinet. Reseal after each use.
Best within 12 months of opening for peak flavor.
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