Re: [CH] Question: Green chile stew

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>Hmmm...well, I'm stumped - I always thought "Mexican Oregeno" was a
>nick-name for Cilantro...since I'm wrong 'bout this, what's the
difference?
>   thanks,
>     Brent


Mexican oregano, or "curly leaf oregano" is a different spice that
either Cilantro or the type of oregano used in Italian cooking.  Very
different plants.........Mexican oregano's botanical name is Lipia
graveolens.  Mediterranean Oregano or Italian oregano has a botanical
name of Origanum vulgare.    You are better off not substituting
anything, including the oregano (mediterranean oregano) sold by all
the large spice companies and found in spice section of every grocery.
The dish will not taste right!  You can find Mexican oregano in little
cellophane packages in any Mexican grocery store.  Right next to the
packages of espazote.  <grin>

Phil

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