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Tarragon
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Price:
$5.99
French tarragon, also known as Little Dragon, is a member of the aster family and a common kitchen garden perennial in temperate zones.
The herb is a component of the fines herbes combination of herbs that is featured in French cuisine. Tarragon is also the star ingredient in Béarnaise sauce. Alone or in combination with other herbs, tarragon is often used to make herbal vinegar.
Origin: USA
Recipe to try
Cauliflower & Olive Black Bean Tacos with Tarragon
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Tarragon
- 1 tablespoon Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups small cauliflower florets
- 2 cups pitted olives, halved
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Method
- Mix the featured seasoning with the olive oil and lemon juice.
- Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add small cauliflower florets and pitted olives, halved. Cook for 3 minutes, then add ¼ cup water, cover and cook for 8–15 minutes, until tender. Uncover to evaporate excess water.
- Stir the black beans and seasoning mixture into the vegetables and heat for 3 minutes.
- Warm the tortillas. Divide the filling among them and top with avocado. Serve with lime wedges.
Flavor profile and pairings
Flavor: fragrant herb with a gentle anise note.
Try it with: chicken, fish, mushrooms and vinaigrettes.
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