Chervil: What is it & Recipes
What is Chervil?
Chervil (shur-vl) is a mild, leafy green herb that originated in Europe. Chervil has long been a prominent herb used in classic French cooking and is one of the 4 essential herbs (along with parsley, chives, and tarragon) in the popular French seasoning, fines herbes. Chervil is also often used as in ingredient in another popular French spice blend that you may be familiar with - herbes de Provence.
Chervil Flavor & Use
If you have never tasted chervil, it possesses flavors of anise and licorice and is compared to a mix of parsley (which it resembles in appearance) and tarragon - although its delicate flavor is the mildest of the bunch. Chervil, especially when dried, is often used as a finishing herb as the heat from prolonged cooking can further diminish its already subtle flavor. As the French have shown, chervil is a terrific addition to herb blends, but its gentle flavor also pairs well meat, seafood, eggs, soups, salads, sauces, and more!
Chervil Recipes
Here are some sure-fire chervil recipes that you can make at home!
Creamed Chanterelles, Sweet Corn & Chervil
From: Forager Chef
Chervil is used to "heighten the sweetness" of the fresh sweet corn & chanterelles in this great dish.
French Potato Salad
From: Curious Cuisinière
This light potato salad uses traditional French herbs to create a well balanced & savory side.
Fines Herbes Classic French Seasoning Mix
From: The Spruce Eats
There's no better, or more traditional way to use chervil than in your own, homemade fines herbes mix.
Homemade Herbs de Provence
From: The Cookie Rookie
Herbs (herbes) de Provence is another great blend to have on hand. Make your own and use it to add bold flavor to just about any dish.
Pita Chips
From: Allrecipes
Whether for a party or just a snack, these chips won't disappoint. This easy recipe pairs great with any dip or spread.
Brisket Dry Rub
From: Cozymeal
Chef Adam claims that chervil, amongst other dried herbs, are the "secret weapons" in this flavor-packed dry rub.
Homemade 15 Bean Soup Seasoning Mix
From: Cooking on the Ranch
Keep this incredible herb & spice mix on hand so you can throw together a pot of soup whenever you please.
Roasted Cauliflower and Leek Soup
From: Allrecipes
Chervil adds the finishing touch of flavor in this creamy soup. While this soup is easy & delicious as is, it is also versatile if you want to make it your own.
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