noun
- A pungent herb native to Mexico and Central America, used in cooking for its distinctive flavor and digestive properties.
Usage: Also called Mexican tea or wormseed.; Commonly used in Mexican cuisine, especially in bean dishes.
Examples
- Epazote is a traditional ingredient in black bean soup.
- The chef added fresh epazote leaves to the quesadillas for authentic flavor.
- Epazote has a strong, slightly minty taste that pairs well with legumes.
- Many Mexican cooks believe epazote helps reduce gas when cooking beans.
- You can find dried epazote in specialty markets that carry Latin American ingredients.