Stem

Herb

Stem

Stem of Thyme ranges from tender edible stalk to woody waste. Stems often need more time than leaves. Rinse grit. Add thyme stem late for perfume or earlier for deep infusion. Store dry forms airtight; keep fresh stems damp. Roasts, stocks, beans, and braises are classic paths.

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Cuts & parts

Characteristics

Preparations

CookedDicedFreshPeeledSautéedSlicedStock

Traits

AromaticAromatic When YoungCrunchyFibrous Or TenderStalkTender Or Woody

Nutrition and pairings

Nutrition

Typical values per 100 g edible portion. Nutrient names open the reference page.

Nutrition Facts

Per 100 g edible portion

Calories 41.3

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 0.81 g
  • Saturated Fat 0.19 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 0.1 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4 g
  • Cholesterol 0 mg
  • Sodium 24.2 mg
  • Salt 0.05 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 7.39 g
  • Dietary Fibre 4.02 g
  • Total Sugars 0.95 g
  • Complex / starch 1.02 g
  • Protein 3.17 g
  • Water 89.9 g
Detailed nutrients

Stem of Thyme: composition reflects this culinary part relative to the whole ingredient.

History

Markets sold thyme as separate stem forms so cooks could match prep to the dish.

Retail packing made stem of thyme a familiar labelled product.

Food service portioned stem of thyme for consistent yield.

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