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\u003cdiv class=\"sb-hero\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"sb-eyebrow\"\u003eTraditional Mexican Culinary Herb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"sb-title\"\u003eDried Epazote Leaves\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"sb-subtitle\"\u003e\n      A bold Mexican herb with tangy, earthy and slightly minty-anise notes for beans, soups, stews and traditional recipes.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"sb-text\"\u003e\n      SpiceBloom Epazote is a distinctive dried herb traditionally used in Mexican cooking. Its flavour is difficult to compare directly with everyday herbs: strongly herbal, earthy and tangy, with subtle minty and anise-like notes.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"sb-text\"\u003e\n      Epazote is especially well known as a seasoning for black beans, pinto beans and refried beans. It can also be added to broths, soups, stews, quesadillas, tamales, mushrooms, corn dishes and tomato-based sauces.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-highlight\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eA little goes a long way:\u003c\/strong\u003e Epazote has a powerful flavour. Begin with a small pinch, allow it to cook into the dish, then taste before adding more.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-badges\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sb-badge\"\u003e🇲🇽 Product of Mexico\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sb-badge\"\u003e🌿 100% Epazote\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sb-badge\"\u003e🫘 Ideal for Bean Dishes\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sb-badge\"\u003e🍲 Soups and Stews\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sb-badge\"\u003e🤏 Use Sparingly\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"sb-badge\"\u003e🇳🇿 Packed in New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-trust-strip\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-trust-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003ePacked in New Zealand\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003ePrepared for Kiwi kitchens\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-trust-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eNZ-Wide Delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eDelivered across New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-trust-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eAfterpay Available\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eShop now and pay later\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-trust-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eTrusted by Kiwis\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003cspan\u003eRead our customer reviews\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"sb-section-title\"\u003eWhere Epazote Works Best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"sb-section-subtitle\"\u003e\n      Use this assertive herb in recipes with enough depth and cooking time to absorb its distinctive flavour.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-icon\"\u003e🫘\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eBeans and Legumes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Add a small pinch to black beans, pinto beans, refried beans or slow-cooked legume dishes.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-icon\"\u003e🍲\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSoups and Stews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Stir into broths, tomato-based soups, stews and slow-cooked dishes where the herb can infuse gradually.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"sb-icon\"\u003e🌮\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eMexican Favourites\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Use carefully in quesadillas, tamales, mole-style dishes, corn recipes and mushroom fillings.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-education\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eWhat Does Epazote Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Epazote has a much stronger and more unusual flavour than oregano, coriander or parsley. It is herbal and earthy, with tangy, resinous and lightly minty-anise characteristics.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      The dried herb becomes more integrated as it cooks, which is why it is commonly added to moist dishes rather than simply sprinkled over finished food. Long-simmered beans, broths and sauces give the flavour time to soften and spread through the recipe.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Because the flavour is concentrated, epazote is normally used in smaller quantities than familiar everyday herbs. Adding too much can dominate the other ingredients.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-usage\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-usage-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Dried Epazote\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBean dishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a small pinch while the beans simmer so the flavour has time to infuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups and stews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir in during cooking rather than adding a large amount at the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuesadillas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crush a small amount between your fingers and mix through the filling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorn and mushrooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with garlic, chilli, onion, tomato or cheese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomato sauces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add sparingly alongside Mexican oregano, cumin or chilli.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-time use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begin with less than you think you need, then taste and adjust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-usage-aside\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003e🤏\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eStart with a Pinch\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003csmall\u003eTASTE BEFORE ADDING MORE\u003c\/small\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-recipe\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-recipe-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eSimple Epazote Black Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n        \u003col\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSauté chopped onion and garlic in a little oil until softened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAdd cooked black beans with a small amount of their cooking liquid or stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAdd cumin, chilli and a small pinch of dried epazote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSimmer gently for 10–15 minutes so the flavours combine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eTaste, season with salt and add more epazote only when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eServe with rice, tortillas, avocado, lime or crumbled cheese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ol\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-recipe-aside\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003e🫘\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eMexican-Style Beans\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003csmall\u003eEPAZOTE · GARLIC · CHILLI\u003c\/small\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-pairings\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"sb-section-title\"\u003eExplore More Bold Herbs and Seasonings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"sb-section-subtitle\"\u003e\n      Build flavour with complementary herbs, smoky salt and versatile seasoning blends.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-pairing-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-pairing\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eMexican Oregano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          A bold, citrusy herb for tacos, salsa, beans, chilli, marinades and tomato-based dishes.\n          \u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/mexican-oregano-authentic-mexican-herb-for-tacos-salsas-stews-spicebloom\"\u003e\n            Shop Mexican Oregano\n          \u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-pairing\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003e🌶️\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eRed Chipotle Salt\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Smoky, spicy seasoning salt for beans, corn, vegetables, meats, eggs and Mexican-inspired meals.\n          \u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/red-chipotle-salt-smoky-spicy-mexican-flavour-for-meats-veggies-spicebloom\"\u003e\n            Shop Red Chipotle Salt\n          \u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-pairing\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003e🧡\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eMoroccan Seasoning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          An aromatic seasoning blend for roasted vegetables, chicken, couscous, legumes and slow-cooked dishes.\n          \u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.spicebloom.co.nz\/products\/moroccan-seasoning\"\u003e\n            Shop Moroccan Seasoning\n          \u003c\/a\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-section sb-details\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003e📋 Product Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-table-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"sb-table sb-details-table\"\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eDried Epazote Leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eProduct of Mexico\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003ePacked In\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eIngredients\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e100% Dried Epazote Leaves.\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eFlavour\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eStrong, herbal, earthy and tangy with subtle minty-anise notes.\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eBlack beans, pinto beans, refried beans, soups, stews, broths, quesadillas, tamales, corn, mushrooms and tomato sauces.\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eUsage\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eUse sparingly. Begin with a small pinch and adjust after tasting.\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eStore securely sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-note\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eCulinary-use note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Epazote has a powerful flavour and is intended to be used as a seasoning herb in small culinary amounts.\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"sb-section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"sb-section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"sb-faq\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eWhat is epazote?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Epazote is a traditional Mexican culinary herb with a strong, distinctive flavour. It is especially associated with bean dishes, soups, stews and corn-based recipes.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eHow much dried epazote should I use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Begin with a small pinch. Let it cook into the dish, taste, and add more only when needed because the flavour can become overpowering.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"sb-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eCan epazote replace Mexican oregano?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\n          Not directly. Epazote is stronger, more pungent and more unusual in flavour. 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