Orris Root | Aromatic Root | Perfect for Marinating Game Meats like Lamb 4 oz.

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About Orris Root | Aromatic Root | Perfect For Marinating

Orris root, which you might hear referred to as “the perfume spice,†is the root of the iris flower. The flower, of course, is known for its vibrant and aromatic purple blooms. And the root is equally as pungent, having been used in perfumes and incense for thousands of years. In culinary use, Orris has a strong flavor. It has bold notes of flower and licorice, and therefore, itâ€s not typically a stand-alone spice. Rather, Orris root works best in combination with other pungent and aromatic spices. Youâ€ll find it used in Middle Eastern cuisine. Itâ€s an ingredient in Ras el Hanout, for example, a flavorful Moroccan blend thatâ€s used to spice many of the countryâ€s dishes. Orris root is produced from the rhizome of the iris flower, which is the ginger-like root. The iris flower is native to the Mediterranean and typically features a violet flower that almost smells like grape soda. The plants take three years to mature, at which point, the rhizomes are harvested, peeled and powdered. The peeling process is very delicate and time-consuming. Special care must be paid in peeling to protect the flavor of the root. Once peeled, the roots are dried and then ground into a fine powder. Orris root powder is white in color, it has a strong violent scent, and it typically has a smooth, silky texture similar to talc powder.