dill
Taste Profile
Primary Flavor
herbaceous
Intensity
moderate
Flavor Notes
Pairs Well With
Cooking Behavior
Dill is delicate and loses its flavor quickly with heat. Use it as a finishing herb, adding in the last minute of cooking or as a raw garnish. Both fronds and stems are usable — stems have a stronger flavor and work in stocks and soups.
Best Techniques
Common Mistakes
- Cooking for too long (flavor disappears)
- Using dried dill as a 1:1 substitute (much less flavorful)
- Discarding the stems