Herb Of The Month – Chives
Herb Of The Month – Chives https://rgfresh.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/blogs-herb-of-the-month-chive.jpg 1500 833 R&G Fresh https://rgfresh.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/blogs-herb-of-the-month-chive.jpgSmall is beautiful! The most delicate and diminutive member of the edible onion family packs a mild yet tangy punch.
Chives (Allium schoenoprasum)
Chives have been a staple European herb ingredient since the Middle Ages. A surprisingly versatile member of the onion family, the fine, hollow leaves grow up to 12” tall, bearing a small perennial bulb that often grows in clumps.
Chives offer a subtle onion taste, combined with the unmistakable oniony aroma. The mild flavour is reminiscent of baby spring onions or young leeks and makes chives a great additional ingredient in a variety of dishes ranging from soups and salads, to omelettes and cheeses.