Oregano 1kg

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Recipe for Oregano

Lemon-Oregano Chicken Skewers

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 20 mins (+ 1 hour marinating)
Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

For the Marinade:

• ¼ cup olive oil

• 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (or red wine vinegar)

• 2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves, chopped (or 2 tsp dried oregano)

• 3 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp honey or sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

For the Skewers:

• 1.5 lbs (700g) boneless chicken thighs or breast, cut into 1-inch cubes

• 1 red onion, cut into chunks

• 1 bell pepper, cut into chunks

• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. Marinate Chicken:

   • Whisk all marinade ingredients in a bowl.

   • Toss chicken in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 1–4 hours.

2. Skewer:

   • Thread chicken, onion, and bell pepper onto soaked wooden or metal skewers.

3. Grill or Broil:

   • Grill over medium-high heat (or broil on high) for 8–10 mins, turning occasionally, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

4. Serve:

   • Garnish with extra oregano and lemon wedges.

Why Oregano Works Best Here:

 Robust flavor: Fresh or dried oregano stands up to grilling without fading.
 Bright pairing: Lemon enhances oregano’s earthy notes.
 Versatile: Swap chicken for shrimp, tofu, or veggies.

Perfect for Pizza

Oregano is one of the classic herbs for pizza, pizza sauce and tomato-based toppings.

Sprinkle it over homemade pizza before baking, or stir it into tomato sauce with garlic, basil and olive oil for a traditional herb flavour.

Ideal for Pasta & Tomato Sauces

Add Dried Oregano to marinara, bolognese, lasagne sauce and other tomato-based pasta dishes.

Dried herbs benefit from time to rehydrate, so adding Oregano during cooking allows its flavour to infuse throughout sauces and cooking liquids.

Great for Greek Salads & Dressings

Oregano is a classic partner for tomatoes, cucumber, feta, olives, lemon and olive oil.

Crumble it into vinaigrettes or sprinkle over Greek-style salads for an aromatic Mediterranean finish.

Perfect for Chicken & Lamb

Combine Dried Oregano with lemon, garlic, olive oil, salt and black pepper for an easy marinade for chicken or lamb.

The herb stands up particularly well to grilling, BBQ cooking and roasting. SpicenEasy's current page also features lemon-oregano chicken skewers.

Excellent for Roast Vegetables

Toss potatoes, courgettes, capsicum, tomatoes or other vegetables with olive oil and Oregano before roasting.

It works especially well alongside garlic, lemon and other Mediterranean herbs.

Use in Mexican-Inspired Cooking

Dried Oregano can also bring herbal depth to tacos, enchiladas, chilli and salsa-style dishes.

It pairs naturally with cumin, chilli, garlic and paprika.

Great for Bread & Dips

Add Oregano to focaccia, pizza dough or savoury bread, or stir it into yoghurt, cream cheese or sour cream for an easy herb dip.

How to Use Dried Oregano

Gently crumble the herb between your fingers before adding it to help release its aroma.

For sauces, stews and marinades, add it during cooking so it has time to soften and infuse. It can also be sprinkled over a finished dish when you want a stronger oregano aroma.

Buy Dried Oregano in Bulk in New Zealand

The generous 1kg bulk pack is ideal for pizza shops, restaurants, cafés, caterers, food producers and households that regularly cook with dried herbs.

Order Dried Oregano online in NZ from SpicenEasy for pizza, pasta, salads, meat, marinades and Mediterranean cooking.

Storage

Keep tightly sealed in an airtight container in a cool, dark and dry place to help protect its colour and aromatic flavour

Other Top Oregano Recipes:

1. Greek Salad – Toss with tomatoes, cucumber, feta, and dried oregano.

2. Homemade Pizza Sauce – Simmer tomatoes, garlic, and oregano.

3. Oregano Oil – Infuse olive oil with fresh oregano for dipping bread.

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