The Herb: Dill

The dill weed is a dark, fresh green plant and is an annual of the parsley family. It also

relates to Anise, Caraway, Coriander, Cumin and Fennel. The Dill weed and the dill

seed is being used for flavoring, however the weed is lighter and more subtle than the

seed.

Dill can be used in pickles, meat, seafood, cheeses and breads. It is an important

flavoring in spice blends for salad dressings, curry blends and spices for pickling. Dill

weed is originally from South Africa and Egypt. India is well known for the growth of Dill

Seed.