Sorrel

Leafy Green

Origin

Europe and west Asia.

The name Sorrel comes from the Germanic word 'sur', and the old French word 'surele', both meaning sour.

Sorrel has a strong acidic flavour that is similar to kiwies or sour wild strawberries.

Classic use example

A very common Sorrel use is in soup dishes with smooth texture.

Sorrel can be used in sauces, especially for fish dishes.

Special use example

Instead of traditional quiche use Sorrel in a spring quiche with leeks and sorrel.

Salad

Fish

Eggs

Cheese

●Remove the bigger outer leaves.

(Harvesting Style 4)

● Remove yellow and dead leaves.