Horsetail (also known by the German name Zinnkraut, Ackerpferdhalm or the scientific name Equisetum arvense) is a plant that belongs to the horsetail family. Horsetail has distinctive hollow stems and green, needle-like leaves. Horsetail is found in many gardens around the world. Most imports of horsetail come from Eastern European countries. The dried stems and leaves of the horsetail herb can be an interesting addition to various dishes. The dried horsetail herb is used to flavor different liquids. The dried herb can be added to broth to improve the flavor of the liquid. The flavored broth can add a refreshing and natural flavor to soups, stews and sauces.
Use of horsetail:
Dried horsetail herb can be used to make teas or extracts. The horsetail herb extract can then be further processed for compresses. To make horsetail herb tea, 2 teaspoons of horsetail herb are gently boiled with a large cup of water, about 200 ml, for 5 minutes. The horsetail herb mixture is left to steep for 10 minutes and, after stirring, is strained. To make a horsetail herb compress, a gauze cloth is soaked in the tea preparation and placed on the affected area.
Ingredients:
horsetail herb
Storage:
Horsetail herb should be stored dry and ideally airtight.
