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What is the scientific name of parsley?
Parsley tends to be used as an herb, and as a spice, in food preparation and service. There are two forms of parsley that are used as herbs. One form has the common name of curly leaf parsley [Petroselinum crispum]. The other has the common name of flat leaf parsley, or chervil [Petroselinum neapolitanum]. The curly leaf tends to be preferred by cautious cooks. For unlike its flat leaf counterpart, it can't be confused with poison hemlock.
When did flat leaf parsley come to Britain?
Flat leaf parsley, also known as Italian parsley, is believed to have been introduced to Britain in the 17th century. It gained popularity as a culinary herb due to its robust flavor compared to the more common curly parsley. By the 18th century, it became more widely cultivated and used in British kitchens.
What part of Italy does Italian parsley come from?
Italian parsley comes from the area of Naples, which is in southern Italy. It also is called 'flat leaf parsley'. Its scientific name is Petroselinum neapolitanum.
What is Parsley leaf in Yoruba?
Parsley leaf in Yoruba is called "Ewedu."
Does parsley have a plural form?
The noun parsley is an uncountable (mass) noun as a word for a substance.Like many nouns for substance, the plural form parsleys is used only for 'types of' or 'kinds of', for example: The parsleys we planted are flat-leaf parsley, Hamburg parsley, and Italian parsley.
What is parsley leaf called in Yoruba?
Parsley leaf is called Ewedu in Yoruba.
Can you substitute cilantro for flat leaf parsley?
Yes you can.
Is cilantro the same as flat leaf parsley and can you use it in a recipe calling for flat leaf parsley?
While cilantro and parsley are different herbs, many different sources indicate that cilantro can be used as a substitute for parsley. Those same sources indicate that chervil is the best substitute; so, if you have any chervil, you might want to use that instead. The measurements appear to be the same. In other words, if your recipe calls for 1 tsp. of parsley, you would use 1 tsp. of cilantro or 1 tsp. of chervil.
Are chervil and Italian parsley the same thing?
No, chervil [Anthriscus cerefolium] and Italian parsley aren't the same thing. Chervil isn't a parsley, but a parsley relative. Italian parsley [Petroselinum neapolitanum] is the flat leaf variety, as opposed to the curly leaf [Petroselinum crispum].
Parsley type leaf on a tree?
No
Can I use cilantro instead of flat leaf parsely?
Maybe, it you like the taste of cilantro. It is not the same as parsley and would give the dish a different taste.
What is a good substitute for cilantro?
Cilantro has a very distinctive flavor, especially in Mexican cooking so there really is no substitute but you can use flat-leaf parsley if you want a milder flavored green leaf for garnishes and salads.
