What to do with leftover fresh oregano

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Fresh oregano is a flavourful herb that’s used in many cuisines, especially Italian cooking. Discover how you can use up leftover fresh oregano.

Recipes using fresh oregano

How to use up leftover fresh oregano

Herby dip
Mix chopped oregano leaves and stems into soft cheese or Greek yoghurt. Serve with grissini as a nibble.
Aromatic chilli
Stir chopped oregano stems through chilli con carne as it cooks. Garnish with the leaves.
Calming tea
Fill a mug with freshly boiled water, add a slice of lemon, then stir with an oregano stem (with leaves attached).