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How To Make The Most Out Of Wilted Herbs By Rolland Judd Oct. 29, 2025 1:00 pm EST

You can substitute dried herbs for fresh ones if you aren't concerned about boosting the visual appeal of a dish, but when you want to add a pop of vibrant color, only fresh will do. The problem with fresh herbs is that it doesn't take much time for the rest of the bunch to lose its luster. Folks often view wilted herbs as a sad remnant of a once-beautiful ingredient destined for the trash, but according to chef Marcus Samuelsson , that's the wrong perspective.

The Takeout spoke with Samuelsson during the New York City Wine & Food Festival at the Seaport, and he explained that while fresh herbs get put on a pedestal, wilted herbs aren't as useless as many assume. "The only time

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