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Sorrel

Sorrel (Fresh herbs variety)

Sorrel is a fresh herb, known for its mild flavor profile, and rich in essential nutrients like Vitamin K, Vitamin A, Vitamin C.

Regional names

Sorrel

Origin

Sorrel is cataloged inside the fresh herbs lane of herbs.

Native region

Global temperate and subtropical zones

Season

Best in peak growing season, though many forms are year-round

Sorrel

Food Combinations & Timing

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Safe Combination Profile

It is safe to eat this food item with other food items.

Nutritional profile

Calories

26 kcal / 100 g

Protein

2.6 g

Carbs

4.2 g

Fat

0.6 g

Fiber

2.1 g

Water content

High when fresh, low when dried

Glycemic index

Negligible

Vitamins

Vitamin K
Vitamin A
Vitamin C

Minerals

Calcium
Iron
Manganese

Health benefits

Evidence-aligned highlights

Provides key macronutrients and micronutrients that support metabolic vitality.
Contributes essential dietary compounds that support tissue structure and recovery.
Ready for future custom nutritional mapping.

Flavor notes

Mild

Texture

Crisp

Aroma

Fresh

Pairings

Various flavor pairings

Safety & toxicity

Edible parts

Standard edible portions

Toxic or risky parts

Discard non-food-grade or spoiled forms

Raw vs cooked

Safe to consume according to culinary standards.

Allergies & intolerances

No common allergy warning.

Drug interactions

No major interactions for normal food amounts.

Safe daily limit

Enjoy as part of a balanced diet.

⚠️ Notice: This safety profile is a general guideline. Dietary tolerances differ; consult a healthcare professional for allergies or drug interactions. See our full disclaimer.

Who should avoid & how to handle it

Who should avoid or moderate

General population safe.

Preparation & storage

Clean: Wash or wipe clean according to the usual market form.
Cut: Slice, chop, or portion as needed for your recipe.
Cook: Prepared raw or cooked according to recipe preference.
Store: Keep in a cool, dry place or refrigerate.
Preserve: Freeze or dry for longer storage.

Cuisine & cultural use

Common cuisines

Global culinary use

Sorrel appears in Global culinary use, often because its flavor structure and prep speed fit both everyday cooking and ceremonial dishes.

Dynamic Substitutions

No alternatives recorded for this specific item. It is chemically or botanically unique in the database.

🌱 Cultivation & Production

Sorrel Home Growing Guide

Learn how to grow and cultivate sorrel at home, whether you live in an urban apartment or have access to outdoor garden land.

Apartment Friendly

✓ Highly Recommended

Yes

Urban Space Advice

Excellent for indoor windowsills. Plant in a 6-inch pot with drainage holes.

Difficulty

Easy

Propagation

Seeds or stem cuttings (mint and basil root quickly in water).

Soil Type

Organic potting mix with good aeration

Watering

Moderate (keep damp, don't waterlog)

Sunlight

Bright window / partial sun (4-6 hours daily)

Best Season

Spring to Summer outdoors; year-round indoors

Step-by-Step Growing Guide

1
Fill a small pot (with drainage holes) with organic potting soil.
2
Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep (or insert a stem cutting that has been rooted in water).
3
Place on a sunny windowsill facing south or west.
4
Water gently when the topsoil feels dry, and pinch back top growth to keep it bushy.

Quick recipes

Fast recipes using Sorrel

Lunch

Sorrel Dal Tadka

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Tangy split-lentil dal flavored with fresh sorrel leaves and mustard seed tempering.

Quick5 ingredients25 minStovetopVegan

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Ingredients

Servings:2

1/2 cup red lentils (masoor dal)
1 cup fresh sorrel, chopped
1 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp oil

Nutrition

160 kcal
10 g protein
24 g carbs
2.5 g fat

Preparation Steps

1Boil lentils in 1.5 cups water with turmeric until soft (15 minutes).
2Stir in sorrel leaves and simmer for 5 minutes until soft.
3Temper with crackled mustard seeds in hot oil and stir into dal.