Marjoram


Marjoram is an herb which is a member of the mint family. It is also closely related to the herb oregano and may, indeed, be marketed as oregano although it is generally considered to have a slightly milder taste. Apart from its cooking and medicinal uses marjoram is also often used in the manufacture of soaps and related products.

Marjoram in cooking

Marjoram is a staple herb in Mediterranean cuisines such as Italian, Portuguese and Greek cooking. In Italy, for example, this herb is often used in pasta sauces and on pizzas as it goes particularly well with tomatoes. It is also an ingredient in herbes de provence.

It is also commonly used to add flavour to sausages and to stuffings. Marjoram is a common ingredient in many stews, sauces, soups, vegetable dishes, meats and cheeses around the world. Marjoram can be used in its own right or as an alternative to oregano.

Marjoram in medicine

Marjoram is considered to have a useful antioxidant content and some anti-fungal effects. Many practitioners of alternative medicines use marjoram to help with:








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