Well, honey, let me tell you straight - 1 teaspoon of dried oregano leaves is equivalent to about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of ground oregano. But let's be real, who actually measures that precisely when cooking? Just sprinkle in what feels right and trust your taste buds to guide you.
Ground oregano and dried oregano are not exactly the same, though they come from the same herb. Ground oregano is simply dried oregano that has been finely powdered, which can enhance its flavor release when cooking. Dried oregano, on the other hand, consists of whole or crushed leaves and may provide a different texture and flavor profile when used in dishes. Depending on the recipe, you may need to adjust the quantity when substituting one for the other.
oregano leaves
No, oregano leaves are not waxy or slippery. They are velvety and soft like mint.
Approx 180 leaves to an ounce depending on size of leaves.
To substitute ground sage for fresh sage leaves, use about one teaspoon of ground sage for every tablespoon of fresh sage leaves. This is because ground spices are more concentrated than fresh herbs. If you’re using dried sage leaves instead, the conversion is similar, with one tablespoon of dried sage equating to one teaspoon of ground sage. Adjust according to taste, as the flavor intensity may vary.
For flavor
Phyllotaxy is the arrangement of leaves on the stem. The leaves of Oregano are paired opposite to each other. Each pair is at right angles to the previous one. This type of arrangement of leaves is called whorled arrangement.
hairy leaves and stem
Oregano is in the mint family but not the mint genus. It smacks warmer or spicier and cannot substitute.
The leaves of herbs (parsley, basil, oregano etc.) are edible, many other types of leaves are poisonous.
Probably four, but I could be wrong.
Oregano can be identified by its small, oval-shaped leaves that are dark green in color and have a strong, aromatic scent.