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Dill is an herb used not only in the kitchen for its distinctive aroma and flavor, but also for its health-promoting properties. People used it in the past not only in cooking but also in folk medicine. Dill helps with digestive problems, supports stomach function, alleviates nausea, bloating, flatulence and cramps. In addition, it has diuretic effects and is beneficial for the urinary tract. Other benefits of dill include its positive effect on lowering blood pressure and its disinfectant properties.
Benefits for mothers and children
Dill is also useful for new mothers because it supports the production of breast milk and also has a beneficial effect on children. It contains many important nutrients, including vitamins A, B, C, folic acid, iron, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, magnesium, zinc and other valuable substances.
If you have fresh dill at home but don’t want to lose it, we have a great trick for you on how to keep this aromatic herb fresh for several months without the need for freezing!
How to keep dill fresh without freezing:
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Preparing the dill: First thoroughly wash the dill to remove dirt and dust. Then dry it – the dill should be dry so it stays fresh as long as possible.
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Preparing the containers: Wash and thoroughly dry the glass containers in which you will store the dill. Ideally use jars with lids that will ensure they remain airtight.
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Chopping the dill: Cut the dill into smaller pieces so it’s easier to work with and can be evenly divided into the containers.
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Storing the dill: Fill the jars with the prepared dill and close them with a lid. Then place them in the refrigerator. This way you will have dill fresh for up to 2–3 months.
This trick allows you to have dill on hand outside the season, without having to resort to freezing. If needed, just open a jar and use the desired amount in your favorite dishes.
We recommend trying dill vinegar
If you like creative ways to use herbs, definitely try a recipe for dill vinegar. To prepare it you will need:
- A handful of dill fronds
- 0.5 liter of apple cider vinegar
- A lemon (or a few lemon balm leaves)
Method:
- Wash the dill fronds and place them into a bottle or glass container.
- Pour the apple cider vinegar over them and add a little grated lemon zest or a few lemon balm leaves.
- Close the bottle or container and store it in a warm place, where you will let it macerate for 4 weeks.
- After this time you will have dill vinegar that you can use not only in salads but also as a natural remedy to support digestion.
This article shows you how to use dill not only in the kitchen but also to improve health and how to keep the fresh herb for months. Don’t forget to try this trick and share it with friends so they too can reap the benefits of this fragrant herb all year round!
