Sage leaves

Dried Sage Leaves 20g (Thach Dien Dried Sage Leaves 20g).

Brand/Manufacturer: Thach Dien – This is likely the name of a manufacturing facility or brand in Vietnam, specializing in providing herbs and spices.
“Sage” : The name of this herb. The scientific name is Salvia officinalis , belonging to the mint family. Sage is famous for its strong, slightly pungent aroma and slightly bitter taste, widely used in cuisine and traditional medicine.
“20g” : Is the net weight of the product package. This is a small packaging size, suitable for personal or family use.
Outstanding Features and Uses
Sage leaves are used primarily as a spice and have several health benefits:

Flavor and Aroma: Dried sage leaves have a strong, slightly pungent, herbal aroma , with a hint of camphor. The taste is slightly bitter, astringent . When cooked, this flavor becomes more mellow, adding depth to the dish.
Uses in cuisine:
Meat marinade: Very popular for marinating poultry (turkey, chicken, duck), pork, lamb. Sage helps remove fishy smell, enhance flavor and make the dish more delicious.
Sauces and soups: Added to cream sauces, tomato sauces, vegetable soups to enhance flavor.
Stuffing: An essential ingredient in turkey stuffing, especially during Thanksgiving.
Tea making: Can be used to make herbal tea, which helps soothe the throat.
Health benefits (traditional):
Anti-inflammatory: Contains compounds with anti-inflammatory properties.
Digestive Aid: Helps soothe digestive problems.
Antibacterial, antiseptic: Used in folk remedies to treat coughs and sore throats.
Memory aid: Some studies suggest that sage may have cognitive-enhancing effects.
Antiperspirant: Used in some preparations to reduce excessive sweating.
Origin (if Thach Dien): If “Thach Dien” is a place name or manufacturing facility in Vietnam, this implies that the product can be grown and harvested in Vietnam (e.g. temperate climates like Lam Dong, where European herbs can be grown).
Instructions for Use and Care
How to use in cooking:
Seasoning: Add directly to dishes during preparation. Because sage has a strong flavor, use sparingly to avoid overpowering other flavors. About 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of dried sage leaves for a dish that serves about 4 is common.
Make tea: Put 1 teaspoon of dried sage leaves in a cup, pour about 200ml of boiling water, steep for 5-10 minutes, then filter out the residue and enjoy. You can add honey or lemon.
Preserve:
Store in a cool, dry place , away from direct sunlight.
Close package after use to retain fragrance and prevent insects.
Limit exposure to air to avoid reducing the quality and aroma of the leaves.
Expiry date: Usually 12 – 24 months from the date of manufacture. The date of manufacture and expiry date are clearly printed on the packaging.
Where to buy the product?

If you do not know where to buy quality products in Ho Chi Minh City. You can refer to and come to the Farmers Market system to choose for yourself quality products, assured of origin with the best price.