Herb and spice is used to provide fragrance, color and distinctive taste at every meal. I do not recommend to substitutes an herb or spice to the others because each of them has their own unique flavor, even the fresh or dry has a different taste. Here I am trying to explain a few of the many herb or spice that exists, including their pictures.
A. HERB
Herb is a part of the plant that grows above the ground and we used it to get flavor and color characteristics. Parts of the plant is in the form of leaves, flowers, or stems
1. Basil
It is often used together with tomato. Can also be used for pasta sauce called pesto consists of fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil.
2. Greek Basil
Has smaller leaf size compare to Basil in general. Not only the shape, the taste also different.
3. Thai Basil
Another variant of Basil
4. Bay Leaves
Has a distinctive aroma, but not edible.
5. Coriander
The aroma is very distinctive and seeds can be used as a spice.
6. Curry Leaves
Also called Koja bay leaf, often used to make curry.
7. Parsley
Besides eaten, parsley also often made into garnishes.
8. Dill
One family with parsley, but the flavor is different with parsley
