Mexican oregano

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Other Names:Lippia graveolens,

What is Mexican oregano

Mexican oregano is not true oregano but a small bushy shrub with a more delicate flavor than the more common Greek oregano. Available in Mexican markets and some specialty stores.

Substitute for Mexican oregano

Greek oregano, which is much more pungeant so use less (start with 1/3 less) to taste

Equivalents

1 tablespoon dried mexican oregano = 2.4 grams

Hispanic Herbs

Nutrition Information For Mexican oregano

Serving Size

1 tsp, leaves

Calories

Calories from Fat

% Daily Value^*

Total Fat 0g

Saturated Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 0mg

Potassium

17g

Total Carbohydrate 1g

Dietary Fiber 0g

Sugars 0g

Protein 0g

Vitamin A 0%	•	Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%	•	Iron 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Mexican oregano Recipes

Ancho Rubbed Chicken Breasts
Chicken breasts coated in a mixture of ancho chiles, cornmeal, garlic and Mexican oregano.
Chipotle Citrus Marinade
The marinade contains orange lime juice, chipotles chiles, garlic, Mexican oregano, cumin and vinegar.
New Mexico Red Beef Chili
This is not a quick dish to make but this New Mexico Red Beef Chili is worth the effort. We used beautiful New Mexico dried chiles, chuck roast, onions, garlic and seasonings. Serve with warmed corn tortillas.
Chile Chilaca Salsa
This recipe for Chile Chilaca Salsa is a fresh (salsa fresca) salsa which can be used with tortilla chips or use atop a taco or any dish that would benefit from a simple fresh salsa. Includes garlic, onion, and Mexican oregano.
Huevos Rancheros
Recipe for Huevos Rancheros includes fresh eggs and tomatoes, garlic, arbol chile, onion and corn tortillas.