Fresh Samphire, 500g

Fresh Samphire 500g is 500g of fresh rock samphire – the crisp, intensely salty and aromatic coastal plant with a distinctive herbal, slightly anise character. Fresh samphire is one of the most prized of all British seasonal ingredients. As a result, it appears in the finest fish restaurants throughout the British summer and early autumn season. Furthermore, the combination of saltiness, crunch and herbal fragrance makes samphire one of the most distinctive and immediately recognisable of all British ingredients. In particular, it needs almost no preparation and suits the simplest cooking.

About Fresh Samphire 500g

We source our microherbs and garnishes from specialist growers using controlled indoor growing environments. In particular, we select every variety for its flavour intensity, visual impact and condition on delivery. As a result, the microherbs we deliver meet the standard demanded by the finest restaurant kitchens in Britain. Furthermore, microherbs are the seedling stage of familiar herbs and vegetables. We harvest them at 7 to 14 days when flavour and nutrients are at their absolute peak. However, their delicate size requires careful handling from grower to cook. In particular, microherbs must travel the shortest possible distance between harvest and kitchen to arrive in perfect condition. Additionally, we work only with growers who harvest to order rather than holding stock. That freshness is what makes the difference on the plate. That is why Fresh Samphire 500g from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Fresh Samphire 500g From Us

Using microherbs well is about restraint and placement. In contrast to full-sized herbs, microherbs do not suit cooking. As a result, they go on at the very last moment as a finishing garnish rather than an ingredient. Furthermore, a small quantity applied with precision achieves far more than a large quantity scattered carelessly. However, their flavour is considerably more concentrated than the full-grown version might suggest. In particular, micro coriander, micro basil and micro roquette each carry an intensity that surprises most cooks the first time they use them. Moreover, the visual impact of microherbs is immediate and professional. Additionally, tweezers rather than fingers give the most precise placement. That precision is what distinguishes a professional finish from a home presentation.

How to Use Fresh Samphire 500g

To get the very best from Fresh Samphire 500g:

• Blanch in unsalted water for 1 to 2 minutes – samphire is naturally salty, so never add salt.
• Dress with good butter or olive oil immediately after blanching and serve alongside fish.
• Furthermore, fresh samphire makes an outstanding stir-fry ingredient – cook over high heat for 1 to 2 minutes.
• Additionally, use as a garnish for fish and seafood dishes where its coastal character creates a natural pairing.

Perfect Pairings

Fresh Samphire 500g pairs beautifully with:

• Fish and seafood of all kinds – samphire and fish is one of the great British pairings
• Good butter or olive oil and nothing more – simplicity suits samphire
• Grilled sea bass, turbot, sole or any white fish alongside
• A chilled Muscadet, Chablis or a crisp English white wine alongside

Storage: Keep refrigerated and use within 2 to 3 days of delivery. Store unwashed in a sealed bag in the fridge. Furthermore, fresh samphire is extremely perishable and is best used on the day of delivery or the day after. However, blanching and refreshing in ice water extends the useful window slightly. Delivered fresh and ready to cook.

However you use it, Fresh Samphire 500g brings a freshness and quality to any dish that dried or older alternatives simply cannot provide. Moreover, cooking with genuinely fresh herbs and garnishes is one of the most immediate ways to raise the standard of any kitchen.