Can You Rehydrate Spices

There are many ways to dehydrate herbs and spices; bundled and hanging, in a dehydrator, or in the oven. You could even do it over a wood stove! I use my Excalibur dehydrator since it makes it so easy; just place the herbs on the trays, set your temperature and the time to run and walk away!

Is it OK to use dried herbs instead of fresh?

You can definitely substitute dry for fresh, but keep in mind that in many recipes, if fresh herbs are called for, it is probably because the bright, alive flavor of a fresh herb are complementary to the recipe. … Since one tablespoon is equal to three teaspoons, use one teaspoon chopped dried herbs instead.

Do dried herbs need to be cooked?

Getting the best form your herbs To release flavour, dried herbs are best rehydrated. Add either at the beginning of cooking, or about 20 minutes before the end. Try mixing herbs with 1 tsp of oil and leaving for 10-15 minutes before using in dressings, marinages or sauces.