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Chervil
"Adds an aniseed zing to your dishes"
Chervil is a delicate and flavorful herb, native to the Middle East and Russia, often used to add a subtle aniseed flavor to salads, soups, and sauces.
Also known as
Garden Chervil, French Parsley
Botanical name
Anthriscus cerefolium
Product Details
PLU Code
93084
5-digit code
Category
Herbs
Chervil › All Sizes
Origin
Middle East and Russia
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
up to 1 week
Status
Approved
About Chervil
A cool-season crop, Chervil prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. Its leaves resemble those of parsley, but the taste is much milder.
Nutrition Information
Chervil is low in calories and rich in nutrients. Per 100 grams of fresh chervil, the nutrition facts are approximately as follows:
Energy 44 kilocalories
Protein 3.1 grams
Fat 0.7 grams
Carbohydrates 7.9 grams
Fiber 3.7 grams
Sugar 1.4 grams
Sodium 46 milligrams
Potassium 674 milligrams
Vitamin A 4490 micrograms
Vitamin C 50 milligrams
Vitamin D 0 micrograms
Calcium 152 milligrams
Iron 1.8 milligrams
Water content 92.2 grams
Chervil is also a good source of other essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin K, vitamin B6, and manganese.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for chervil, coriander (cilantro, Chinese parsley), dill and savory. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
95-100%
Packaging
Vented or perforated packaging to maintain humidity and prevent moisture accumulation. Paper bags, mesh bags or breathable containers are suitable.
Shelf Life
up to 1 week
Storage Notes: Herbs are highly susceptible to ethylene, which causes yellowing and leaf drop, and need high humidity to prevent water loss. Sensitive to ethylene: keep away from ethylene-producing fruit. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 173-175.
Applies to: chervil, coriander (cilantro, Chinese parsley), dill and savory.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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