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    What Goes Well with Chervil?

    Published: Jul 21, 2021 by The Devil Wears Salad

    What Goes Well with Chervil? this recipe
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    • What is Chervil?
    • Where Can I Find Chervil?
    • What Does Chervil Taste Like?
    • How to Store Chervil?
    • What Goes Well with Chervil?
    • How to Use Chervil in Salads and Side Dishes?
    • Salads and Side Dishes with Chervil

    What is Chervil?

    Chervil is a spring herb that originated from Eastern Europe. It is related to the parsley, and in fact, it is known as French parsley based on the important role it plays in French cuisine.

    Of all the herbs we use regularly, chervil is by far the least well known (except in France!) and is not used as often in salads. I’m not sure why that is, considering they are so lovely to look at.

    Their leaves are small, delicate and look a little like the tops of Dutch carrot greens. Not as curly as the parsley, and it has a lovely shade of light green.

    Where Can I Find Chervil?

    We love using chervil in our salads and side dishes, both as a herb as well as a garnish. It is often commented that it is difficult to find. Granted, they are seasonal compared to the other herbs, making them more challenging to procure.

    Also, as it is not such a popular herb to use, they are more difficult to find, and you may have to venture out to markets or specialty grocers. They are not often available at mainstream supermarkets. I can assure you, however, if there were demand, they would become more readily available.

    What Does Chervil Taste Like?

    Flavour: The common word used to describe the taste of chervil is mild. This is why it’s such a wonderful herb to use, as it doesn’t take over the flavours of your dish.

    It is said to be a cross between parsley and tarragon with a touch of liquorice. Those anise-like hints, however, lay in the background, slowly infusing into the other ingredients.

    Texture: Chervil is light green, and the leaves are small and very delicate. The leaves are somewhat ruffled and lacy, and the stem is soft and thin.

    How to Store Chervil?

    If you’re not going to use the chervil straight away, the best way to store them would be to wrap them up in a damp cloth, place them in a bag and store them in the crisper drawer of your fridge.

    If you wish to use them as a garnish, it is best to use them immediately to ensure they are still fresh and haven’t started going limp.

    What Goes Well with Chervil?

    Fruit and Vegetables
    Asparagus, beans, broccoli, carrot, cauliflower, celeriac, cucumber, eggplant, fennel, garlic, green beans, Jerusalem artichoke, leek, lemon, lemongrass, mushroom, onion, parsnip, peas, potato, pumpkin, radish, shallot, spaghetti squash
    squash, zucchini.

    Herbs, Nuts and Spices
    Basil, cardamom, cayenne pepper, chives, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, cumin, macadamia, mint, nutmeg, oregano, paprika, parsley, pine nut, pistachio, rosemary, sage, star anise, tarragon.

    Protein and Other
    Beef, bread, butter, chicken, crab, cream, creme fraiche, duck, egg, fish, goat cheese, ham, lentil, oyster, pork, prawns, wild rice, yoghurt.

    What Goes Well with Chervil?

    How to Use Chervil in Salads and Side Dishes?

    Like most herbs, they are mainly consumed as they are. Mixed through a salad or used as a garnish, it should be enjoyed in its natural form.

    Chervil can be added into salad dressing, too, such as a classic green goddess dressing. Instead of parsley, chervil could be used instead. It can be infused in oil, made into butter or even dried to create rubs or marinades.

    Salads and Side Dishes with Chervil

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    Close up image of Puy Lentil Salad with Warm Pickled Onions on a yellow plate

    Vegan Zucchini Noodle Salad with Pesto

    Dust off that zoodle maker to create the quickest vegan zucchini noodle salad in under 10 minutes. No, seriously, it’s that easy. Chop, scoop and mix, and you’ll have yourself a flavourful salad to add to your dinner party menu.

    Fork lifting a serve of Vegan Zucchini Noodle Salad with Pesto from the plate

    Roasted Green Cauliflower Salad with Feta Dressing

    Sprinkle the paprika sunflower seeds over the perfectly Roasted Green Cauliflower Salad to give it a little kick. Finish it off with a cream whipped feta dressing and loads of herbaceous goodness. Yum!

    Roasted Green Cauliflower Salad with Feta Dressing on a grey plate

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    1. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/

      July 30, 2021 at 9:03 pm

      Interesting suggestions! Thank you

      Reply
      • The Devil Wears Salad

        August 09, 2021 at 10:05 am

        You welcome:)

        Reply
    2. Anaiah

      July 29, 2021 at 8:53 am

      I love all these ideas and pairings for chervil you shared! Can’t wait to try it in my zoodles.

      Reply
      • The Devil Wears Salad

        August 09, 2021 at 10:04 am

        They would be fantastic with zoodles! Great combination.

        Reply
    3. Nora

      July 29, 2021 at 3:45 am

      Every time I come to your site I learn something new! That’s so great! And all the great recipe ideas where you can use chervil are wonderful! Thank you!

      Reply
      • The Devil Wears Salad

        August 09, 2021 at 10:04 am

        Thanks Nora!

        Reply
    4. Gloria

      July 28, 2021 at 11:08 pm

      I like using chervil in lots of recipes. It is not always easy to find. I buy my dried herb online. It really is a versatile herb.

      Reply
      • The Devil Wears Salad

        August 09, 2021 at 10:04 am

        We do too! Yeah not always available so when I do see them I always use them fresh.

        Reply
    5. Millie

      July 28, 2021 at 7:34 pm

      I’ve actually never even heard of this! Very informative – thank you!

      Reply
      • The Devil Wears Salad

        August 09, 2021 at 10:03 am

        You welcome:)

        Reply

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