The Greek Pantry Journal

Oregano Tea: How to Make It with Dried Greek Oregano

How to make oregano tea with dried Greek oregano: 1 tsp per cup, steep 5–10 minutes. Flavour tips, and what’s known about safety and benefits.

Thyme Substitute: 8 Herbs to Use Instead of Thyme

The best thyme substitutes are oregano, marjoram, savory, herbes de Provence and Italian seasoning. How much to use and fresh vs dried conversions.

Sea Salt vs Table Salt vs Kosher Salt: What’s the Difference?

Sea salt, table salt and kosher salt contain about the same sodium by weight (about 40%). They differ in crystal size, processing and iodine.

Kalamata Olives Nutrition: Calories, Fat and Sodium per Serving

Kalamata olives nutrition from US labels in USDA FoodData Central: 25–45 calories, 2.5–4.5 g fat and 190–320 mg sodium per 15 g serving (2–4 olives).

Dried Fig Recipes: 7 Easy Ways to Use Dried Figs

Seven easy dried fig recipes: quick fig compote, yogurt bowls, fig and walnut bites, salads, a cheese board, roast pork with figs and a fig and olive tapenade.

Dried Figs Nutrition Facts: Calories, Fiber and Sugar (USDA)

Dried figs nutrition from USDA FoodData Central: 249 kcal, 9.8 g fiber and 162 mg calcium per 100 g; about 21 calories per fig.

Honey Nutrition Facts: Calories in a Teaspoon and Tablespoon (USDA)

Honey has about 64 calories and 17 g sugars per tablespoon, and about 21 calories per teaspoon (USDA FoodData Central). Full honey nutrition per serving.

Greek Yogurt with Honey: How to Serve It, Greek Style

How to serve Greek yogurt with honey, Greek style: thick strained yogurt, a drizzle of thyme honey and walnuts. Ratios, toppings and variations.

Olive Oil Nutrition Facts: Calories per Tablespoon (USDA Data)

Olive oil has about 119 calories and 13.5 g fat per tablespoon, most of it monounsaturated (USDA FoodData Central). Full nutrition per tbsp, tsp and 100 g.

Olive Oil Smoke Point: Can You Cook with Extra Virgin Olive Oil?

Extra virgin olive oil typically smokes at 350–410°F (177–210°C); refined olive oil at 390–468°F. What smoke point means and how to cook with olive oil.