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Herbs and aromatic greens are essential components of every Vietnamese meal.
Many types of herbs are effortlessly grown, staying fresh year-round whether in a garden, balcony, or even in a kitchen corner. Explore these 8 kitchen-growable herbs.
1. Coriander (cilantro)
Coriander is one of the aromatic herbs commonly used in many dishes, and growing it is not difficult at all. You just need to prepare a small pot, crush the seeds lightly to remove the outer shell, then sow the seeds in rows. The most important thing is to water the plant regularly.
After 2-3 weeks of planting, you can harvest coriander to accompany dishes like bread, use it in salads, eat it raw, or use it as a seasoning for soups.
2. Green Onion (Scallion)
No household should cook fish soup or prepare fish dishes without green onions—it would be a deficiency! A small tip for growing green onions is that they love sunlight; the more sunlight they receive, the faster they grow. Green onions usually mature for harvest in just one month, given regular watering to maintain moisture for the plant.
3. Onion
Before planting onions in the soil, soak the seeds in water for a day. When sowing the seeds, dig deeper into the soil compared to other vegetables. Onions are not picky about where they grow; they can thrive even in low light conditions. Just make sure to water the plants regularly. Once the plants start growing more leaves, place them in a spot with more sunlight.
4. Rosemary Plant
Rosemary is a useful herb, although not commonly grown in Vietnam, it is easy to plant and care for. It is suitable for indoor cultivation, especially in kitchen areas with various food odors that need to be purified by the herbaceous scent of the plant. Although not widely grown in Vietnam, Rosemary is a very useful herb and spice. Sow the Rosemary seeds about 10-15cm deep in the soil, place the plant in a cool, shady place or where there is suitable humidity. If placed in a hot, sunny area, the leaves will burn and the plant will die.
5. Purple Basil Plant
Purple basil can be grown from a small branch by soaking it in a glass of water until three-fourths of the plant is submerged. Once new roots sprout, transfer it to the soil. Plant purple basil in rows and water it three times a week.
6. Spearmint
If you're looking for a plant to grow indoors in tight spaces and harvest frequently, there's no better candidate than spearmint. Spearmint grows rapidly in various environments and is commonly used in Vietnamese cuisine. Select the oldest sprigs with small roots protruding and plant them in small pots. Spearmint doesn't require much sunlight, but remember to water it regularly.
7. Lavender
Lavender originates from Europe but is now widely used in cuisine, herbal remedies, and decorations everywhere. You'll need a small pot about 15cm tall, sow the seeds in moist soil and cover with another layer of dry soil. Many people may be unfamiliar with the name lavender, but this herb is widely used in cuisine, herbal remedies, and decorations everywhere. Unlike parsley or celery, lavender doesn't require much water, so water it moderately.
8. Basil
Basil has many health benefits such as relieving headaches, aiding digestion, and having antibacterial properties, making it suitable for pairing with various dishes. Planting basil by buying seeds is simpler and more convenient than propagating cuttings, especially if you intend to plant it right in your kitchen. Basil has many health benefits such as relieving headaches, aiding digestion, and having antibacterial properties, making it suitable for pairing with various dishes.
Plants thrive in sunlight, so place them in areas like windows where they can get plenty of light. The more exposure to light, the more fragrant and quickly they'll grow. Having a mini herb garden right in your kitchen corner is incredibly convenient, isn't it?
Vương Hoài compiled by - PasGo.vn
