This is the best way to do it

First of all, consider: the right harvest time

Before drying, the mugwort should be at the right time harvested will. The best time is just before the onset of flowering. The flower buds should already be visible, but still closed.

How to dry mugwort!

After the mugwort and its inflorescences have been harvested, proceed as follows:

• Shake off dirt particles or remove (do not wash off - thereby
  essential oils are lost)
• combine in small bundles
• hang the bundles in an air-dry and shady place
• Depending on the location, drying takes between one and two weeks
• Alternative: dry in the dehydrator

Caution! Even if it was quicker: Mugwort should not be dried in the sun. As a result, the leaves turn brown, the herb overheats and oxidizes, and as a result, important content or Flavors lost.

After drying, it is advisable to remove the flower buds, leaves and thin stems from the thick main shoot. Then the dried parts of the plant are put into a sealable vessel and stored in it. Ideally, mugwort comes in a brown or violet jar and is sealed airtight.

Possible uses in retrospect

The dried mugwort can be used to flavor dishes. It is well suited for fatty and heavy dishes such as meat dishes, for example roast goose and duck for Christmas, for legumes, potatoes and cheese. It makes these dishes easier to digest.

The mugwort is also suitable for tea and for smoking. It was used for smoking in the past and is said to have a protective effect. Whether you believe in it or not: it definitely makes for a great room fragrance!

Tips & Tricks

Dried mugwort has enormous flavoring properties. Therefore: use sparingly! This is also recommended for the reason that mugwort comes in large doses poisonous is.

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