Marjoram Leaf
Marjoram Leaf
Marjoram Leaf, Origanum majorana, is also referred to as marjoram, dried marjoram or marjoram leaves. It is a member of the Lamiaceae, or mint, family, and is a close relative of thyme, basil, lavender, oregano and spearmint.
Marjoram Leaf contains a minimum of .5% essential oil.
Businesses who frequently purchase Marjoram Leaf are American, Mexican, pizza restaurants; brewpubs; independent spice shops; and seasoning companies.
We also carry Ground Marjoram and Organic Marjoram.
1 Tablespoon fresh marjoram = 1 teaspoon Marjoram Leaf and 1 scant teaspoon Ground Marjoram.
Flavor Profile
Earthy and woodsy flavor, with notes of balsam-like pine and citrus.
How to Use
Marjoram Leaf is beautiful with lemon on fish, so add some to Lemon Parmesan Crusted Fish. Knead into dough for an herbed bread. Go meatless and add this to Grilled Portobella Mushrooom Burger. It is a celebrated seasonal flavor and is at home rubbed under the skin in a Classic Roast Turkey or stirred into the stuffing mix to enjoy on the side. These Sweet and Spicy Herb Roasted Mixed Nuts are perfect for a holiday party or to take as a hostess gift. Make a Compound Butter with Marjoram Leaf and enjoy it with baked potatoes. Roll goat cheese in Marjoram Leaf and finely ground black pepper for an easy appetizer.
Use marjoram with seafood or poultry, over grilled or roasted vegetables, in homemade sausage, or steeped in vinegar for a specialty vinaigrette. Pair with tomatoes, eggplant, mushrooms, cabbage, potatoes, and beans. It goes well with paprika, chiles, garlic, onion, dill, bay leaf, lavender, mint, lemon, orange, and thyme.
Also Called | Marjoram, dried marjoram or marjoram leaves |
Species | Origanum majorana |
Ingredients | Dried marjoram leaf |
Flavor Profile | Earthy, woodsy flavor, notes of balsam and citrus |
Oil content | .3-1% |
Recommended Uses | Fish, chicken, grilled or roasted vegetables, sausages, sauces, soups |
Cuisine | Mediterranean, Mexican, Italian, American |
How To Store | Airtight container in a cool, dark place |
Shelf Life | 6-12 months |
Country of Origin | Egypt |
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size1 tsp
Amount Per Serving
Calories2
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0g
Monounsaturated Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium0.5mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0.4g0%
Dietary Fiber0.3g1%
Total Sugars0.0g
Added Sugars0g0%
Sugar Alcohol0.0g
Protein0.1g0%
Vitamin D0mcg0%
Calcium14mg1%
Iron1mg3%
Potassium11mg0%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. These values were calculated and therefore are approximate. For more accuracy, testing is advised.