Now is the best time to harvest fresh lovage, because the famous maggi herb has its most intense aroma in July. Many people simply freeze it, but there is a method that allows you to preserve the taste much better. In this article we’ll show you how to easily preserve lovage, for soups, stews and stocks with real depth. Great for stocking up on and better than any store bought spice paste.
Ingredients for lovage paste
- 150 g fresh lovage leaves (Migkraut)
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 80 ml of high quality olive oil
- Optional: a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
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Lovage paste recipe
- Preparation:
- Shredding:
- Mixing:
- Place the lovage leaves and minced garlic cloves in a high-powered blender or food processor.
- Seasoning:
- Add coarse sea salt, black pepper and lemon juice to intensify the flavors.
- Mix until you get a dough:
- Mix the ingredients on high speed while slowly pouring in the olive oil. The mixture should become a smooth and dense paste.
- Optional:
- For a slightly spicy touch you can add a pinch of chilli flakes and mix again.
- Bottling:
- Pour the lovage paste into clean jars or airtight containers and seal them tightly.
- Durability:
Suggestion: Use lovage paste as a versatile seasoning for soups, stews, sauces, salads and more. The unique spice of Maggi herb gives your dishes a special touch.
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- Portion the dough: Divide the prepared lovage paste into manageable portions. Small ice cube trays or silicone molds are ideal for this purpose.
- Freezing: place ice cube trays or silicone molds filled with dough in the freezer compartment. Allow the dough to freeze completely for a few hours or overnight until solid.
- Repackaging: Remove frozen pasta portions from containers and repackage in airtight freezer bags or containers. Don’t forget to label them so you know what’s inside later.
Suggestion: If you only occasionally need a small amount of lovage paste, it is especially useful to portion it into ice cube molds. This means you can scoop out exactly the amount you need without having to defrost the entire dough.
Conclusion: With this simple lovage paste you can make the spicy maggi herb last longer and always have an aromatic boost ready for your dishes. Enjoy the authentic taste of nature and surprise your family and friends with delicious homemade creations
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