{"id":5594,"date":"2022-02-28T19:33:20","date_gmt":"2022-02-28T19:33:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foodchamps.org\/?p=5594"},"modified":"2022-03-05T16:48:36","modified_gmt":"2022-03-05T16:48:36","slug":"dill-seed-vs-dill-weed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foodchamps.org\/dill-seed-vs-dill-weed\/","title":{"rendered":"Dill Seed vs Dill Weed: What are the Differences?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Do you have a recipe that requires dill seed, and you\u2019re wondering if you can use dill weed in place of the other? Maybe you already have one or the other in your pantry and need to know if a trip to the store is in order. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Yes, there are differences between the two. Understanding those differences will make it easier to understand where each one should be used, and what you can expect when you add each one to a recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Difference between dill seeds and dill weed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The main difference between dill seed and dill weed is the part of the plant from which the spice gets harvested. Dill seed refers to a dill plant\u2019s fruit while dill weed includes the green parts of the plant \u2013 such as leaves and stems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dill seed vs Dill weed comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Here’s how they compare:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Appearance: <\/strong>Dill seeds are small, flat, and oval-shaped with a light brown to gray color. Dill weed is lighter, softer, and greener. Instead of seeds, it contains the thin, delicate leaves and stems of the dill plant.<\/li>
Flavor: <\/strong>Dill seed has a pungent, somewhat bitter flavor reminiscent of caraway. Dill weed has a lighter, herbal taste often described as lemony or grassy.<\/li>
Shelf Life:<\/strong> Dill seed can last up to four years when stored in an airtight container. Dill weed contains more plant matter and has a slightly shorter shelf life of two to three years.<\/li>
Use Cases:<\/strong> Dill seed lends a bold flavor to dishes and makes an excellent focal point for meats, stews, and more. Dill weed offers a more delicate flavor and works well in sauces, seafood, and other lightweight dishes.<\/li>
Cooking Times:<\/strong> It\u2019s best to add dill seed towards the beginning of cooking to allow for the flavor to mellow. Dill weed loses its flavor when added too early and works best towards the end of cooking.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Comparison table<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Appearance<\/td>
Flavor<\/td>
Shelf Life<\/td>
Uses<\/td>
Cooking Time<\/td><\/tr>
Dill Seed<\/td>
Brown to Gray<\/td>
Spicy<\/td>
3-4 years<\/td>
Heavy, flavorful dishes<\/td>
Add at the beginning<\/td><\/tr>
Dill Weed<\/td>
Green<\/td>
Herbal<\/td>
2-3 years<\/td>
Light, zesty dishes<\/td>
Add close to serving<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Can you use dill seed instead of dill weed?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Even though they both come from the same plant, dill seed and dill weed have vastly different flavors. While dill seed boasts a strong, spicy flavor, dill weed is milder and more herbal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In most cases, it isn\u2019t advisable to interchange dill seed and dill weed in recipes. Your end flavor won\u2019t be true to your starting recipe, especially when cooking international dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n