Waterberg Organics – Dried Rosemary – 50g

Organically Grown Rosemary

• No fillers
• GMO Free
• Non-irradiated
• Gluten Free
• Additives Free
• No MSG’s
• No Anti-Caking Agents
• No Added Preservatives
• Sugar Free
• No “E”
• Vegan

How to Use Dried Rosemary

The beauty of dried rosemary lies in its robust, aromatic flavour that enhances roasted meats, vegetables, and breads. Here are just a few ways to incorporate this essential herb into your daily cooking:

In Roasted Meats: Essential for lamb, chicken, pork, and beef roasts. Rub onto meat with olive oil, garlic, and sea salt before roasting. Creates that unforgettable aromatic crust that defines Mediterranean roasting.

Potatoes and Root Vegetables: Toss roasted potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, and parsnips with olive oil and rosemary for classic flavour. The herb’s robust nature stands up beautifully to high-heat roasting.

Braai and Grilling: Add to braai marinades and rubs for lamb chops, chicken, and sosaties. Throw fresh or dried rosemary sprigs directly onto hot coals for aromatic smoke.

Breads and Focaccia: Essential in focaccia, ciabatta, and rustic breads. Knead into dough or sprinkle on top with olive oil and sea salt for fragrant, herb-infused breads.

Soups and Stews: Add to hearty soups, bean stews, and slow-cooked dishes. Particularly lovely in white bean soup, lentil stews, and rich tomato-based preparations.

Roasted Vegetables: Enhances aubergines, courgettes, peppers, butternut squash, and mushrooms. The woody flavour complements earthy vegetables beautifully.

Infused Oils and Butters: Steep in warm olive oil for drizzling over finished dishes. Mix into softened butter with garlic for compound herb butter.

Pasta and Risotto: Add to cream-based pasta sauces or stir into risotto during cooking for aromatic depth. Pairs beautifully with butternut, mushrooms, and white wine.

Fresh Rosemary vs Dried Rosemary

While fresh and dried rosemary both come from the same plant, they offer different characteristics in cooking:

Fresh Rosemary: Provides bright, piney aroma with slightly softer flavour. Beautiful as whole sprigs for roasting or grilling. Best for dishes where rosemary is showcased prominently.

Dried Rosemary: Offers concentrated, robust flavour that distributes evenly throughout dishes. More economical and always available regardless of season. Easier to measure and blend into rubs and seasoning mixes. One teaspoon of dried rosemary equals approximately one tablespoon of fresh.

Many experienced cooks keep both on hand, using fresh rosemary for visual presentation and dried rosemary for consistent flavour distribution in rubs, marinades, and slow-cooked dishes. They complement each other beautifully in your herb collection.

Cooking Tips for Dried Rosemary

Releasing Flavour: Crush dried rosemary between your fingers before adding to dishes to release aromatic oils and break down the needle-like leaves slightly. This helps distribute flavour more evenly.

Timing: Rosemary can be added early in the cooking process as it stands up beautifully to long cooking times. For roasting, add at the beginning. For soups and stews, add during the last 30-45 minutes of cooking.

Quantity: Dried rosemary is potent and has a strong pine-like flavour. Start with 1/2 to 1 teaspoon for most dishes and adjust to taste. Too much can overpower other flavours.

Pairing: Rosemary pairs beautifully with lamb, chicken, pork, potatoes, garlic, lemon, white beans, mushrooms, and tomatoes. It’s essential in Provençal herb blends and pairs wonderfully with thyme, sage, and bay leaves.

Storage and Freshness

Store your dried rosemary in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources, which can fade colour and diminish aromatic oils. The resealable pouch helps maintain freshness, though we recommend transferring to an airtight glass jar if you live in a particularly humid climate. Always use a dry spoon when measuring to prevent moisture from entering the container.

Properly stored, dried rosemary maintains its robust aromatic flavour and green-grey colour for up to three years, though its potency is at its peak within the first 18 months.

Perfect for anyone following a clean eating lifestyle, managing dietary restrictions, or simply seeking to add authentic, aromatic Mediterranean flavour to their cooking without compromise.