How to Dry Oregano
Homegrown fresh oregano is a great addition to any kitchen garden and easy to preserve to use all year long. How to dry your fresh oregano leaves to use in pasta sauce, rubs, soups and so much more.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
Course: Fresh Herbs
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1
Calories: 127kcal
Start off by harvesting your fresh oregano. Taking sharp, clean kitchen sheers, cut the stalks at the base of the plant.
Run under cool water to remove any dirt or bugs. Pat dry with a paper or cloth towel.
Choose one of the three methods for drying your oregano.
Oven Drying
Give them a good wash and make sure to completely dry with a paper towel or cloth.
Place your oven on the lowest temperature setting possible. My oven goes down to 170.
Take a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and lay out the sprigs, or leaves, in a single layer.
Place in the oven with the door slightly propped open and let it dry for 2-3 hours. Check in every 30 minutes and rotate the baking sheet.
It is important to prop the door so all the moisture can escape. The leaves will not dry out if there is moisture.
They are done when the leaves are dry and brittle.
Dehydrator
Give them a good wash and pat dry.
Place the oregano on the dehydrator tray and set the temp to 90-100 degrees.
Let it run for 1-3 hours or until the leaves are dry and crumble easily when handled. Exact time will depend on the temperature on the dehydrator.
Now that they are dry, add them to your favorite recipes or store them for later use.
Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 605mg | Fiber: 20g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 816IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 767mg | Iron: 18mg