Thyme - How To Use
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Earthy, slightly minty, and with a subtle hint of lemon and sweetness, thyme is an aromatic herb that can add depth and complexity to dishes. This plant can be used fresh or dried and is often seen alongside rosemary to enhance a roast.
Thyme is considered a magnet for wildlife.
What flavours go with thyme?
- Chocolate
- Cinnamon
- Garlic
- Lemon
- Olive
- Onion
- Orange
- Tomato
The trio of thyme, garlic and onion are just some of the flavours found in our 13th-century herbaceous Arabic blend, Baqa and our 14th-century tomatoey blend Sofrito. Both blends would make a fantastic chicken pie.
Health Benefits
Is thyme the remedy for a cold?
If you detect a sniffle and think you have a cold coming on, consider using thyme in tea to prevent it. Thyme is rich in Vitamin C and a good source of Vitamin A, which can help support your immune system. Moreover, thyme may also have potential benefits for mental health. Additionally, thyme is believed to play a pivotal role in protecting against food poisoning. It is often considered suitable for alleviating coughing as well.
Interesting facts
- The burning of thyme in the home was considered to promote good health. Stuffing a pillow with thyme was considered to help protect against nightmares, probably because you couldn't sleep on a pillow of thyme.
- The Greeks associated thyme with courage. Athletes would cover themselves with thyme leaves or thyme oil to give them courage. We prefer that to the direction they took with onions.
Chief flavour profile
Thymol, carvacrol and geraniol are just some of the chemical compositions found in thyme. The vast array of flavour compounds is down to the different species. Bay, nutmeg and nigella are some of the spices that pair well with thyme.
Blends to try with Thyme
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Baqa $12.00
Introducing Baqa - A captivating herbaceous and zesty blend, from the Islamic Golden Age. Discover the allure of Baqa. Derived from a 13th-century medieval Arabian cookbook. Meaning 'bouquet' or 'bunch' of herbs, this beautiful blend pays homage to the ancient herb trade. All natural, salt-free and vegan-friendly. The combination of several herbs with garlic and onion powder means a little goes a long way for this all-purpose seasoning.
Endless culinary adventures – A mere sprinkle brings a fresh zing to savoury dishes like pasta, soups, cheese toasties, roast potatoes, and that 70’s classic chicken vol-au-vents. At Camelēr Spice Co, we like to call it, “all things eggs”. One of our customers delighted in pairing Baqa with speckled mushrooms, cream cheese, and sourdough for a mouth-watering lunch. Fans of Za’atar will be captivated by unique flavour alchemy that Baqa brings.
We mill and blend in-house. We endeavour to use the freshest spices that are within one year from field to jar with a focus on ingredients that come from regenerative farms.
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Sofrito $12.00
Introducing Sofrito - Catalan in origin, Sofrito is a 14th Century blend of balanced and versatile Mediterranean ingredients. All-natural, salt-free and vegan. This spice mix has highlights of lemon peel, thyme and tomato powder, with citrusy and herbal notes.
Endless culinary adventures - Sofrito is the perfect all-purpose seasoning for adding depth to chicken pie, pan-fried salmon, meatballs, tomato/ragu sauces or as a natural gravy/stock. Our bread baking customers tell us that adding a teaspoon to your dough creates a delicious new flavour profile!
We mill and blend in-house. We endeavour to use the freshest spices that are within one year from field to jar with a focus on ingredients that come from regenerative farms.