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Mexican oregano

 
Mexican oregano
mexican oregano
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Other Names:Lippia graveolens,
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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

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Nutrition Information For Mexican oregano

Serving Size
1 tsp, leaves
 
Calories
3
Calories from Fat
0
 
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 0mg
0%
Potassium
17g
0%
Total Carbohydrate 1g
0%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Sugars 0g
Protein 0g
0%
 
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.

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