Dill

Dill, mentioned in Mishnah and Talmud as “Shabbat Reihani”, is an annual plant that grows in Central Asia and in Israel as well. Its taste is somewhat reminiscent of that of anise and coupled with its special flavor and wonderful aroma it includes many concentrated minerals and vitamins. It integrates well with tomato dishes, mayonnaise salads, steamed vegetable and vegetable salads, processed meats, stir-fries and it is a wonderful seasoning for rice dishes. In food industry, dill is used to enrich products, such as soup powders, processed meats and rapid-cooking “hot-dish” style products etc.