McCormick Juniper Berries 11oz 311g
Freeze Dried Juniper Berries
Price: $42.39USD
McCormick Juniper Berries 11oz 311g
McCormick Juniper Berries have a spicy, pine aroma and a sweet, resinous flavor. The flavor of the dried Juniper Berry is aromatic and spicy. Juniper berries must be crushed to release their full flavor. The Juniper Berries found in southern Europe are much stronger in flavor. Juniper Berries provide the flavoring found in gin and are the ripened fruit of an evergreen shrub found in Yugoslavia. They are purplish in color when ripe and ready to pick.
Juniper Berries may be used in robust meat dishes such as stews and pot roasts. The flavor of Juniper Berries is good with cabbage, pork, and in marinades for meat and game. The Juniper Berries can also be used in sauces, stuffings, pates, and sausages. Juniper Berries are an important ingredient in Swedish, German, Italian; and Southern European cooking.
Juniper Seasoned Chicken Breasts Recipe:
Combine 1 tbsp crushed McCormick Juniper Berries, 1/4 tsp McCormick Minced Garlic, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tsp dry vermouth, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/8 tsp sea salt and 1/8 teaspoon McCormick Ground Black Pepper. Roll 6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves in this Juniper Berry mixture. Place in a reclosable plastic bag and let marinate in refrigerator for chill 1 to 2 hours. Bake or sauté.
Juniper Berry Marinade Recipe:
Combine 1 cup red wine, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp McCormick Minced Garlic, 1 tsp McCormick Minced Onion, 1/4 tsp McCormick Cracked Black Pepper, 1 tbsp cracked McCormick Juniper Berries, and 1 slice lemon. Pour over 4 pounds beef or pork; cover and marinate overnight in refrigerator.
Ingredients: Freeze Dried Juniper Berries.
| Tiered Product Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|
| Qty: | Description | Price |
| Each | Unit Price | $42.39USD |
| 6 | 6 or More | $39.77USD |
| 24 | 24 or More | $38.43USD |
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McCormick Juniper Berries 11oz 311g - FAQ
- Q: What are juniper berries?
- A: Juniper berries are the small, round fruits of the juniper shrub, Juniperus communis. They ripen slowly, turning from green to deep blue or purple over two to three years.
- Q: What do juniper berries taste like?
- A: They have a sharp, piney flavor with a slightly sweet and resinous aroma. Juniper is best known as the flavoring that gives gin its distinctive taste.
- Q: Can juniper berries be planted or sprout if composted?
- A: No. McCormick Juniper Berries (as well as all McCormick products) are processed for food use and are infertile. They cannot sprout or reproduce if planted in soil, including in compost.
- Q: Where do the best juniper berries come from?
- A: The finest berries for cooking are harvested in Macedonia and Albania. Wild juniper in North America tends to be less flavorful and not ideal for seasoning.
- Q: How should juniper berries be stored?
- A: Store them in an airtight container away from heat and light. Buy only small amounts, since they lose flavor after long storage even when kept whole.
- Q: How are juniper berries used in cooking?
- A: They are often paired with wild game, beef, or pork. Juniper also adds a pleasant herbal note to sauerkraut, marinades, and sauces made with garlic, black pepper, thyme, or rosemary.
- Q: How many juniper berries should I use?
- A: Only a few are needed -- usually three or four crushed berries will season an entire dish. Their flavor is strong, so a little goes a long way.
- Q: Should juniper berries be crushed before using?
- A: Yes. Crush the berries just before cooking to release their essential oils. Once broken, the flavor fades quickly, so it's best to crush only what you need at the moment.
