Caroline Heredia is one of the references in aromatic plants in Spain.
In this weather there is no one who gets rid of the cold! There is life beyond teas and infusions with natural herbs. We open the drawer of aromatic plants in the kitchen with a benchmark in the sector, Caroline Heredia .
This Venezuelan woman raised in San Francisco, traveled and stayed in Madrid to do a master's degree vegetable covers . Or what is the same, conquering the roofs of the cities by planting gardens. It will sound familiar to you because in England or New York it is already very fashionable.
her love for urban gardens led him to create Blueyellow. “It is a brand of culinary ingredients. They are limited edition products that are based on the aromatics that we are growing in the garden, ”she explains to Traveler.es.
Blueyellow is the brand of products grown in their garden in Madrid.
“We have an agroecological garden in Madrid that is not our own, that we share with other farmers. There we cultivate a very careful selection to create our products”, she tells us.
We followed her advice and started with a list of four aromatic to practice in the kitchen because this, as she says, is learned by trying.
BASIL
Interestingly, in some countries it is better known for its medicinal properties, as it is anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-stress and protective of the liver. “Some of my favorite combinations are the lemon basil with fish and shellfish, as well as in fruit juices with citrus and summer fruits, and also in sorbets and desserts”.
The greek basil due to its intense flavor it goes perfect with vinaigrettes and fresh cheese. And the abode leaves an excellent clove aroma in rice and pasta dishes.
ENGLISH LAVENDER
Do you need to fall asleep? English lavender has antimicrobial and sedative properties, which is why it is used for the insomnia , panic and nervousness situations.
It is also very effective at keeping flies away from the kitchen, and it is a plant with a lot of personality. "It can be combined with chocolate, white meats, creams, creams, citrus fruits and pears". Take it now!
LEVISTIAN
Also known as the lovage . It's a antibiotic exceptional, perfect for nasal congestion and gargling.
In the kitchen it works with soups, stews and breads. "I recommend it with cheeses, eggs, tomatoes, and in a vinaigrette."
SPICY OREGANO
This variety of oregano has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antifungal effects and its components are used to combat respiratory diseases. Didn't you know that it is used to eliminate the toxins from meat before cooking it?
“It goes with almost everything. Think Mexican, Italian, or Greek food, and it sure contains oregano. I like it with anchovies, artichokes, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, mushrooms, and of course tomatoes”.
To whet your appetite, Caroline recommends the Montia restaurant in El Escorial. “They handle wild aromatics very well. In addition, their product is local”. It is noted!