Feature:
Spearmint, scientific name Mentha spicata, is a member of the mint family.
Spearmint leaves are slender and pointed compared to other mint varieties.
Usually ripened during hot summer days, it provides a cooling taste.
Taste and smell:
Taste: The taste of spearmint is relatively mild, with a certain sweetness. Compared with mint, its taste is less strong.
Smell: Fresh mint aroma with herbal characteristics.
Origin:
Egypt
Cooking and Dishes:
Drinks: Spearmint is often used to make mint tea, and can also be added to ice water or juice to provide a refreshing taste, such as Moroccan mint tea.
Salads: Fresh green mint leaves can be chopped and sprinkled over a variety of salads to provide a refreshing taste.
Main course: In Middle Eastern cuisine, spearmint is often used to season lamb or other meats, providing a unique flavor.
Desserts: Spearmint can be paired with chocolate, lemon or other dessert ingredients to create unique mint-flavored desserts.
Sauces and Seasonings: Spearmint can be made into sauces, such as tzatziki sauce made by mixing it with yogurt.
**Spearmint is widely used in cooking, whether it is drinks, main dishes or desserts. When used, the fresh leaves are the most flavorful, while dried mint is suitable for long-cooking dishes.
