Mint
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Calories: 70
Energy: 293 kj
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| Protein: | 3.75 g | |||||||
| Fat - total: | 0 g | |||||||
| Carbohydrate - by diff: | 14.89 g | |||||||
| Sugar - total: | 0.00 g | |||||||
| Fibre: | 8.0 g | |||||||
| Water: | 78.65 g | |||||||
General Description:
With over 30 varieties of mint - the most popular are peppermint and spearmint.
Peppermint is the more pungent of the two.
Peppermint can be distinguished by its bright green leaves and light purple stems and peppery flavour.
Spearmint leaves are a grey / green and have a milder flavour and smell.
Mint can be used in sweet and savoury recipes or added to drinks.
Selection:
Choose mint leaves that have even colour with no sign of wilting.
Nutrition Information:
Can be used to reduce the severity & length of stomach aches.
Source of Vitamin A, C &Folate.
Provides 293kj / 100g.
Storage & Handling Information:
Store mint stems down in a glass of water in the fridge for upto a week.
To maintain freshness change water every 2 days.
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This delightful entreé will make your tastebuds dance. |
