Love using oregano in recipes? Learn how to dry oregano to preserve the fresh flavor of this classic garden herb.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time1 hourhr
Total Time1 hourhr5 minutesmins
Servings: 10
Ingredients
1bunchfresh oregano
Instructions
Rinse oregano gently, removing any dirt or slimy leaves. Pat dry with a towel.
To hang dry
Gather the oregano together into a bundle. Cut a length of kitchen twine and tie a knot around one end of the oregano. Tie a loop around the other end and hang in a cool, dry place.
It will take between 3 days and 3 weeks for the oregano to fully dry.
To oven dry
Turn your oven as low as it can go. (For my oven this is 170°F.)
Spread the oregano in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place in the oven and leave the door ajar.
Check the oregano every 15-20 minutes for dryness, pinching a leaf or two between your fingers to see if it crumbles. The oregano should be fully dry within 1 hour.
Once dry
When oregano is dry, strip the leaves and place in a glass jar. Label and store in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Once the oregano loses its aroma, it's time for a new batch.