How to Dry Chives
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5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
16 people (1 TB servings)
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Calories
1 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
How to Dry Chives
Description
How to Dry Chives provides a specific method for drying fresh chives by using a low-temperature oven set to 150°F or 170°F. The process starts by rinsing and thoroughly drying the chives, then finely dicing them before spreading in a single layer on parchment paper. Keeping the oven door slightly ajar promotes air flow for gradual drying. Checking the chives regularly ensures they reach a dry, crunchy texture without burning. Once dried, they can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to two years. Over time, dried chives may lose some of their bright color but will retain an onion-like scent indicating usability.
The texture after drying is crisp and fragile, which makes these dried chives easy to crumble when used as a seasoning. Their concentrated flavor is ideal for enhancing soups, sauces, dressings, or herbal blends without excess moisture.
This method is practical for preserving an excess of fresh chives harvested from a garden or bought in bulk. It reduces waste and creates a spice pantry staple that lasts through seasons. Drying at low temperature maintains more aroma compared to high-heat methods.
Ingredients
- 1 chives bunch, fresh
Instructions
- Preheat oven to lowest heat setting (150°F or 170°F) depending on your oven.Rinse and dry chives. (Chives should not be wet when going in the oven.)Finely dice chives.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.Lay chives on the baking sheet in a single layer. If chives are crowded, they will take longer to dry.
- Slide the chives into the oven. Prop the oven door partially open with a wooden spoon (or another heat-proof utensil).Begin checking chives after 25 minutes, and then again in 10-minute intervals until they are dry and crunchy to the touch.Store chives at room temperature in an airtight container or bag, and use within 2 years.
Notes
- Ensure chives are thoroughly dry before placing in the oven to avoid mold development.
- Arrange chives in a single layer to speed drying and prevent uneven dehydration.
- Store dried chives in airtight containers away from light to maintain flavor and aroma.
- Dried chives will gradually fade in color but remain usable as long as they retain their onion scent.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16people (1 TB servings)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 7mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 109IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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