Most common uses for spearmint

Answer 1

Spearmint has long been prized for the flavor and aroma it imparts to food. It is widely used across Europe and in large parts of Asia and Africa in flavored drinks, salads, deserts, and as a garnish.

Unlike other mint species, spearmint contains very minimal quantities in menthol, making it less harsh and pungent, and at the same time making it one of the most favored herbs in cooking, candies, and in drinks.

To use spearmint:

• Chop fresh leaves into salad.
• Prepare mint sauce by grinding fresh mint leaves with soy yogurt, cumin, and little salt.
• Use it to flavor frozen deserts, jams, cakes, and jelly.
• Brew into spearmint tea.
• Add a small amount, chopped or ground, to cooked recipes at the last moment in order to retain its flavor and taste.