mixed herbs (A2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /mɪkst ˈhɜːrbz/
Definition
A blend of dried or fresh herbs, typically including basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary, used to add flavor to various dishes.
Examples
She seasoned the chicken with mixed herbs and lemon juice before roasting.
The recipe called for a teaspoon of mixed herbs, which I didn't have, so I used Italian seasoning instead.
How to Use mixed herbs
- season with mixed herbs (verb phrase)
- to add flavor to a dish using mixed herbs — "She seasoned the soup with mixed herbs and served it hot."
- mix of herbs (noun phrase)
- a combination of different herbs — "The recipe called for a mix of herbs, which I didn't have, so I used dried herbs instead."
Browse the full Anaversity dictionary