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Lovage, affectionately referred to as the Maggi herb or love parsley, is perhaps the best kept secret in the traditional kitchen. This is quite simply nature's very best and most potent flavor enhancer. The herb offers an intense and rich aroma that strongly resembles celery, stock, and dark bouillon. This makes it a completely unique tool in cooking, as it adds a massive dose of natural umami and a depth that few other herbs in the world can match. It is an absolute necessity in classic meat soups and chicken fricassee, while simultaneously acting as a magic trick to build a meaty richness in vegetarian dishes.
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Natural Bouillon
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Powerful Umami Flavor
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100 Percent Pure Herb
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Perfect for Soups
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Because lovage has such an incredibly concentrated flavor profile, it goes a very long way. A small pinch is often all it takes to transform a dull broth into a culinary masterpiece. It highlights the other ingredients in the pot without overpowering them, provided you balance the dosage correctly. This is the herb you will reach for every time your food lacks that little something extra.
Lovage is very dominant, so always start with a small pinch, taste it, and increase the amount gradually if necessary. A fantastic trick is to add a little lovage to the boiling water the next time you boil potatoes, or mix it directly into a creamy mashed potato. The taste will blow you away!
Uses
- Soups and stews: Elevates the taste of classic meat soup, vegetable soup, and stews to a whole new level.
- Making stock: Use it together with a few bay leaves when boiling stock to create an enormous richness.
- Homemade herb salt: Mix dried lovage with crushed sea salt to make a fabulous table salt for soft boiled eggs and fresh tomatoes.
- Sausage making: Provides an incredibly exciting and spicy flavor when mixed into coarse meat sausages.
Specifications
| Product Name | Lovage |
| Type | Dried herb |
| Ingredients | 100 percent dried lovage (Levisticum officinale) |
| Flavor Profile | Powerful aroma of celery, yeast, and bouillon |
| Storage | Store dry, dark, and tightly closed |
FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it often called the Maggi herb?
This nickname originated because the scent and taste strongly resemble the world famous liquid seasoning Maggi. Lovage provides exactly the same fantastic umami effect, just completely naturally.
Can I use the stems of the herb?
This product consists exclusively of high quality dried leaves. If, however, you have fresh lovage growing in your garden, you can absolutely let the stems boil along when making stock, as they contain massive amounts of flavor.
Is lovage the same as celery?
No, lovage is an entirely separate plant in the carrot family. Even though the flavor profile is very reminiscent of celery leaves, lovage is incredibly much more powerful, darker, and more complex in its taste.
Manufacturer
The Chef
Product properties
| Krydder | Renvare |