Juniper berries 50 gr

Juniper berries for a warm, bittersweet taste
Juniper berries add a spicy and bitter-sweet aroma to various dishes. They best come into their own in marinades or dishes in which they are boiled for a long time. It is a classic spice that you can use for many more recipes than you would initially think. The optimum quality makes them ideal for use and adds a warm tone to different dishes.

What are junipers?
Juniper berries are called berries, but this name is misleading. They are not berries, but the dried, ripened catkins that grow from the flowers of the bush or tree. Juniper berries grow on the female plants of the conifer from the cypress family. These trees occur in the greater part of the northern hemisphere. The ones you can order online at our wepshop are from Germany.

The taste of juniper berries in recipes
Juniper berries taste spicy and refreshing at the same time. They are also woody and somewhat bitter in taste. By cooking them for a long time in dishes, the soft, sweet notes are released. Therefore, they are ideal for use in stews, ragouts and marinades. You grind the spice just before you use it. Juniper berries combine well with meat, especially with game. It neutralises the strong taste of it. You can also use the spice for seasoning, for example, red beets or pickles. Juniper berries fit well with a few other herbs such as parsley, laurel and celery.

The benefits for your health
Apart from the surprising, warm taste that comes to mind during cooking, juniper berries still have something in store for you. Because they have a number of characteristics that contribute positively to your health. The spice is characterized by a richness of antioxidants and has a stimulating effect on digestion. However, be careful with the amount, because they can have a stimulating effect on the kidneys.

Nutritional values ​​per 100 grams

Packing unit: 50 grams

Use: Depending on application; to taste.

Ingredients: juniper berries

Country of origin: Germany