Mint

Commodity Overview

Mint makes a great garnish for summertime drinks, fruit platters and frozen desserts. It's excellent when paired with lamb and is found in many Middle Eastern, Thai and Vietnamese dishes. The most common culinary varieties, peppermint and spearmint, may be used interchangeably, though peppermint has a sharper, more menthol flavor and spearmint is more sweet and delicate.

PLUs

4896 mint

Characteristics

Commodity: Herbs
Category: Cooking Vegetables
Appearance: Oval, bright green leaves with toothed edges and a rough, slightly fuzzy texture
Flavor: Sweet, fresh, tingly; peppermint has a sharper, more menthol flavor, and spearmint is more delicate and sweet
Color: Bright green
Shape: Oval to almond-shaped leaves
Commonly Cooked: Yes
Served Raw: Yes
Availability: Year-round
Additional Notes: Photo courtesy World Variety Produce

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