Leaf

Herb

Leaf

Leaf of Woodruff is the blade used as herb or green—coumarin hay-vanilla scent. Young leaves milder; wash grit thoroughly. Add woodruff leaf late for perfume or earlier for deep infusion. Store dry forms airtight; keep fresh stems damp. May wine, syrups, and jellies are classic paths.

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Characteristics

Preparations

BlanchedDriedFreshRawSautéedWilted

Traits

Aromatic Or MildFreshLeafyQuick CookTender

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 34

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 0.76 g
  • Saturated Fat 0.2 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 0.1 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 0.42 g
  • Cholesterol 0 mg
  • Sodium 24.4 mg
  • Salt 0.05 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 6.11 g
  • Dietary Fibre 4.99 g
  • Total Sugars 1.03 g
  • Complex / starch 1.06 g
  • Protein 2.87 g
  • Water 87.8 g
Detailed nutrients

Leaf tissue is fibre- and water-forward with low energy density.

History

Markets sold woodruff as separate leaf forms so cooks could match prep to the dish.

Retail packing made leaf of woodruff a familiar labelled product.

Food service portioned leaf of woodruff for consistent yield.

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