Tarhana herb can be used both as an additive in foods and directly as a food ingredient. Here are a few of them;
Tarhana making Tarhana herb, which has an important share in tarhana making, is used as follows: First of all, three kilos of red pepper, two kilos of tomatoes, one kilo of tomatoes, one kilo of yogurt, salt and 1 large bunch of tarhana herb are taken to make tarhana. The ingredients are cleaned one by one and roughly chopped in a large pot. Then, tarhana herb is washed well and placed on top nicely. If you do not want the herb to scatter, tarhana herb can be placed by wrapping it in a clean cheesecloth. After all the ingredients are placed, two glasses of water are poured over them. Then, all the ingredients are left to cook on normal heat. The cooking process continues until the vegetables soften. When the process is over, tarhana herb is taken out of the pot without scattering. The water in the pot is drained and the vegetables and water are placed in separate containers. The softened vegetables are thoroughly chopped in a chopping robot. After the vegetables are chopped, the filtered water is added to the puree mixture. In the last step, yoghurt and salt are added to the puree and kneaded well. During the kneading process, some wheat flour can be added to make it thicker. After the ingredients are mixed well, it is left to stand overnight with its mouth covered with a cloth. The next day, the prepared dough can be spread out and dried easily.
Tarhana is a plant with a strong odor found in the Aegean region (especially around Izmir, Aydin and Manisa). It is usually used as a flavoring agent in salads or as an additive when making pickles. This dwarf plant, which belongs to the parsley family, can reach a maximum height of 25 centimeters. The yellow flowers on it give the scent of tarhana. Its essence contains a volatile oil. When the leaves and flowers of tarhana are dry, they help heal eczema wounds. In addition, some dried tarhana is added to the tarhana while kneading to give it a scent.
Benefits of Tarhana Herb
Tarhana herb is an extremely beneficial plant for the digestive system. It is an effective spice especially for those with stomach ulcers. It also has a good effect on the spiritual side. It is used as a treatment tool for those with mental depression. In addition to these, tarhana herb;
Hay fever
For those who have kidney stones
For those with asthma and bronchitis
For those with rheumatism and eczema
For those who have problems urinating,
Those who have inflammation in their intestines or body,
Cough,
In infectious diseases,
For expectoration,
In breast softening,
For those who have stomach weakness and indigestion,
To children who are weak in their developmental age,
It acts as a natural remedy for chronic cramp pain.
Tarhana herb water: It is mostly used for daily cure. 10 grams of dried tarhana herb is added to 1 glass of boiled water. It is left to brew for 10 minutes. This process is drunk 3-4 glasses a day. 2 grams of brewed water is added to a glass of normal water for each drink. It should be noted that this mixture is taken after daily meals. Tarhana herb does not have any side effects if consumed too much. However, it should not be used too much against allergic factors.
