OREGANO (PREORDER)

~2 lbs Oregano aka "Oregano Leaf", "Niu-Zhi", "牛至" Oregano has flat and oval-shaped green leaves that can range from fuzzy to smooth. It has a sharp peppery and slightly bitter taste. Oregano goes well with tomato, olive oil, and meat. Common application includes pizza, pasta sauce, and marinades. Oregano is available year-round. Handling Tip Selection Oregano has a uniform green color and unwilted leaves. The stem is moist and the leaves show no sign of blemish. High leaf to stem ratio. Storage Oregano should be stored at 32°F (0°C) with a relative humidity of ninety to ninety-five percent and with a light mist. The typical shelf life is one to two weeks. Oregano is highly sensitive to ethylene, a naturally occurring gas that regulates ripening. Oregano should not be stored with high ethylene-producing products to extend shelf life and avoid leaf yellowing. Oregano produces a low level of ethylene. Oregano is not sensitive to chilling injury and should be stored as cold as possible without freezing.