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Tarragon

Inventory, lb : 30.29
This item was last sold on : 07/01/20

• 112 Featured Restaurants

• 28 Recipe Ideas

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Description/Taste

Tarragon is a tender leafy, aromatic herb. Thin, multi-branched stems grow from a central root which grows horizontally, growing young stem shoots to propagate the plant. Tarragon leaves are long and thin, smooth and glossy green in color. Multiple leaves grow up the stems in pairs. Tarragon can reach up to four feet in height. The leaves and stem are both edible and give off an anise or licorice aroma and taste. French or German varieties are typically sweeter and stronger in flavor than the Russian variety.

Seasons/Availability

Tarragon is available year-round.

Current Facts

Tarragon is an herb botanically classified as Artemisia dracunculus, and is a member of the sunflower family. The herb is also known as Estragon and Dragon herb. The leafy Tarragon is considered one of France’s “fine herbs,” alongside chives, chervil, parsley, and thyme. Records of the use and cultivation of Tarragon date back to 500 B.C. Two varieties make up what is commonly known as Tarragon: French, or “true Tarragon” the preferred culinary herb, and Russian, which is more hardy, but not as flavorful. There is another species that is known as “false tarragon” or Mexican tarragon, which may or may not be related.

Nutritional Value

Tarragon contains potassium and beta-carotene, both nutrients beneficial for eye health. Tarragon has been used as a liver tonic for centuries because it helps aid in the production of bile, which also makes it beneficial for digestion. Tarragon contains antioxidants that benefit overall health. The compound eugenol found in Tarragon has anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Applications

Tarragon can be used both fresh and dried, though the flavor is stronger in fresh leaves. It has a powerful flavor and can overpower other herbs; it is best used sparingly. Tarragon pairs well with egg dishes, poultry, and sauces like béarnaise. Add Tarragon to marinades or chimichurri for game meats, pair the herb with mushrooms, seafood and vegetables like artichokes and potatoes. Tarragon can be used to flavor vinegars and can be used to flavor soft drinks or steeped in hot liquids to draw out the anise flavor. Use fresh Tarragon within a few days, store refrigerated in a plastic bag.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

Ancient Greeks chewed Tarragon to numb the mouth. It is the compound eugenol present in the oils extracted from Tarragon that gives it this property. For the Romans and Greeks, Tarragon was used more for its pain killing abilities than for its culinary appeal. Native Americans in North America used bundles of tarragon as brooms, and also used the herb medicinally to treat inflammation.

Geography/History

Tarragon is native to the majority of the Northern Hemisphere, including most of Europe, Asia, India, western North America and parts of Mexico. However, the herb is likely indigenous to Russia and southwestern Asia. Tarragon was mentioned in the 13th century by Arabic Botanist Ibn al-Baytar who studied in Spain and traveled to North Africa and Syria collecting and writing about plants. He wrote about Tarragon as a seasoning for vegetables and as a sleep-aid. It wasn’t until the 16th century that Tarragon became a staple in European kitchens. Russian Tarragon was discovered by German botanist, Frederick Traugott Pursch, and is classified botanically as Artemisia dracunculoides Pursch. Pursch came to the United States and went on to befriend famous botanists like John Bartram, and Benjamin Smith Barton, among others. His primary interest was new flora of North America, and he spent several years wandering various regions in the country on “walk-abouts” with just his dog and a shotgun. His book Flora Americae Septrionalis was published in 1813, among some of the entries were specimens collected on the expedition of Lewis & Clark.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Cardellino	San Diego CA	619-722-3398
Morning Glory	San Diego CA	619-629-0302
Born & Raised	San Diego CA	619-550-5412
Waters Catering	San Diego CA	619-276-8803 x4
Panama 66	San Diego CA	619-702-6373
The Plot	Oceanside CA	422-266-8200
Pacific Coast Grill	Solana Beach CA	858-794-4632
Barleymash	San Diego CA	619-276-6700 x304
Bleu Boheme	San Diego CA	619-255-4167
Campfire	Carlsbad CA	858-231-0862
Rustic Root	San Diego CA	619-232-1747
The Tavern	Coronado CA	602-628-5890
Andrew Spurgin	San Diego CA	619-277-6020
Barbarella La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-454-7373
San Diego Yacht Club	San Diego CA	619-758-6334
Pamplemousse Grill	Solana Beach CA	858-792-9090
Encontro North Park	San Diego CA	619-291-1220
Miho Gastrotruck	San Diego CA	619-867-4295
Trust Restaurant	San Diego CA	609-780-7572
Viejas Casino Baron Long's	Alpine CA	702-401-0455

the other 92...

Oscars Brewing Company	Temecula CA	619-695-2422
Pacific Beach Ale House	San Diego CA	858-581-2337
Cucina Enoteca	Del Mar CA	619-239-2222
Jeune Et Jolie	Carlsbad CA	858-231-0862
Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen	Oceanside CA	619-990-0158
Shoreside Support Boat	San Diego CA	704-277-7929
Busy Bee Cook For Me	San Diego CA	858-405-5372
Wayfarer Bread	La Jolla CA	805-709-0964
Truluck's Seafood Steak and Crab House	San Diego CA	858-453-2583
Farmers Table	La Mesa CA	619-724-6465
Little Frenchie	Coronado CA	619-522-6890
Et Voilà! French Bistro	San Diego CA	619-209-7759
Searcher	San Diego CA	619-226-2403
Brigantine Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-481-1166
Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery	San Diego CA	858-551-5105
Stake Chophouse & Bar	Coronado CA	619-522-0077
Fort Oak	San Diego CA	619-795-6901
Mesa College	San Diego CA	619-388-2240
La Costa Glen North	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1436
The Compass	Carlsbad CA	760-434-1900
619 Spirits	San Diego CA	619-940-6456
Curated Leu	Encinitas CA
Rancho Valencia	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123
California Center for the Arts	Escondido CA	760-839-4107
Pacific Coast Spirits	Oceanside CA	925-381-5392
Common Stock	San Diego CA	303-877-5052
Fishery	San Diego CA	858-272-9985
JRDN Restaurant	San Diego CA	858-270-5736
Huntress	San Diego CA	619-955-5750
Beaumont's	San Diego CA	858-459-0474
Pendry SD (Lion Fish)	San Diego CA	619-738-7000
Catalina Resources	San Diego CA	619-297-9797
Catamaran	San Diego CA	858-488-1081
La Jolla Country Club	San Diego CA	858-454-9601
Wine Vault & Bistro	San Diego CA	619-295-3939
Viewpoint Brewing Co.	Del Mar CA	858-205-9835
Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse	Alpine CA	800-295-3172
J & Tonys	San Diego CA	855-634-7664
Graze	San Diego CA	619-839-9852
Trident Coffee	San Diego CA	619-246-9316
Lumi	San Diego CA	619-955-5750
Homestead Solana Beach	Solana Beach CA	858-209-0149
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-295-3173
Third Corner Ocean Beach	San Diego CA	619-223-2700
Great Maple	San Diego CA	619-255-2282
Bistro du Marche by Tapenade	La Jolla CA	858-551-7500
Lodge at Torrey Pines Main	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
Terra Restaurant	San Diego CA	619-293-7088
Cal A Vie	Vista CA	760-945-2055
Food Made Fresh	Carlsbad CA	805-341-0149
C 2 C	San Diego CA	619-972-9345
Sbicca	Del Mar CA	858-481-1001
The Smoking Goat	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
Eve-Creations Wellness	Encinitas CA	760-230-2560
Hilton Garden Inn	San Diego CA	858-720-9500
Jeune Et Jolie Bar	Carlsbad CA	858-231-0862
International Smoke Del Mar	San Diego CA	702-683-7590
Extraordinary Desserts	San Diego CA	619-294-2132
Brockton Villa Restaurant	San Diego CA	858-454-7393
Tom Hams Light House	San Diego CA	619-291-9110
Brandon Matzek- Blogger	San Diego CA	800-221-9730
Rare Society	San Diego CA	619-501-6404
Third Corner Encinitas	Encinitas CA	619-417-9251
333 Pacific	Oceanside CA	760-433-3333
Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant	Coronado CA	619-435-6611
The Glen at Scripps Ranch	San Diego CA	858-444-8500
Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort	Carlsbad CA	760-602-0800
Top of the Market	San Diego CA	619-234-4867
InterContinental Vistal Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
Ron Oliver
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-759-6063
Sugar and Scribe	La Jolla CA	858-274-1733
Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge	Coronado CA	619-522-6890
Belmont Park Entertainment	San Diego CA	858-228-9283
Toast Cafe	San Diego CA	858-925-7552
The Clean & Colorful Kitchen	San Diego CA	858-775-9005
Jake's Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-755-2002
Reata Glen	Mission Viejo CA	949-545-2250
Ballast Point Restaurant - Miramar	San Diego CA	858-790-6900
Fairmont Grand Del Mar	San Diego CA	858-314-1975
Herb & Sea	Encinitas CA	858-587-6601
WOM San Diego Foodservice	Oceanside CA	619-203-7401
InterContinental San Diego	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
Kettner Exchange	San Diego CA	312-415-5455
Georges at the Cove	San Diego CA	858-454-4244
Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
Black Raill Kitchen + Bar	Carlsbad CA	619-454-9182
Park Hyatt Aviara	Carlsbad CA	760-448-1234
Chateau Lake San Marcos	San Marcos CA	760-471-0083
Bud & Robs New Orleans Bistro	San Diego CA
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Eddie V's La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-459-5500

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Tarragon. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Feasting at Home		Spring Vegetable Pot Pie
Cooking For Keeps		Tarragon and Lemon Lobster Rolls with Garlic Bread Hoagies
Flavor the Moments		Lemon Tarragon Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
Foodness Gracious		Baked Risotto with Sausage and Tarragon
Scaling Back		Pomegranate Tarragon Detox Water
So, How's it Taste?		Shrimp Salad Rolls
Feasting at Home		Asparagus Fennel Soup
A Family Feast		Green Beans with Tarragon
Veganosity		Vegan Lemon and Asparagus Risotto
Craving Something Healthy		Green Goddess Fresh Vegetable Dip

the other 18...

A Beautiful Plate		Roasted Fingerling Potatoes with Tarragon-Shallot Butter
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Tarragon and Lemon Butter
White on Rice Couple		Grilled Artichoke Stems with Tarragon Garlic Butter
Oh, Sweet Basil		Grilled Orange Tarragon Chicken
Alexandra's Kitchen		Lobster Rolls with Tarragon Mayo
I Breathe I'm Hungry		Roasted Artichokes with Lemon Tarragon Butter
Happy Yolks		Spicy Potato Tarragon Soup
Bake at Midnight		Tarragon Chicken with Chardonnay Cream Sauce
The View from Great Island		Roasted Chicken Breasts with Tarragon and Mustard Sauce
Straight Up Food		Mushroom Risotto
Kevin is Cooking		Blackberry Tarragon Salad Dressing
Primavera Kitchen		Mediterranean Mashed Potatotes
One Tomato, Two Tomato		Tarragon Pickled Eggs
Plain Chicken		The Ritz Carlton Potato Salad
Feasting at Home		Split Pea Soup with Tarragon
Our Salty Kitchen		Kale Mushroom Pasta with Toasted Pine Nuts
Baker by Nature		Creamy Tomato and Tarragon Soup with Black Pepper Parmesan Biscotti
MM Good		Homemade Creamy Tarragon Dressing

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Stater Bros. Markets - Baker Street
1175-c Baker St. Costa Mesa CA 92626
714-437-0754

Near South Coast Metro, California, United States
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