The dried rosemary from L’Arcolaio Cooperativa Sociale is an organic product of Sicilian origin, grown in the Iblei hills and naturally dried to preserve its intense aroma and flavor. It is part of a social enterprise project that employs inmates and disadvantaged individuals.
Product Details
- Origin and Cultivation: The rosemary is organically grown in the hills of the Iblei region in Sicily, known for its high biodiversity and Mediterranean climate.
- Processing: After harvesting, the leaves are naturally dried to preserve all their organoleptic properties, flavor, and aroma. The process is part of a work integration program within the Syracuse prison and a nearby laboratory.
- Organoleptic Characteristics: It is described as having an intense fragrance and bold, authentic Mediterranean flavor with a characteristic green color.
- Ingredients: It is a single-ingredient product of natural origin, free from additives, preservatives, or flavorings.
- Usage: It is a versatile culinary herb, ideal for seasoning a wide range of dishes including roasted meats (lamb, chicken), fish, vegetables (especially potatoes), soups, stews, sauces, bread, and focaccia.
- Social Mission: L’Arcolaio is a social cooperative founded in 2003 with the mission of promoting employment and social integration for inmates and other people with fragilities. The products are sold under the registered trademark “Dolci Evasioni” (Sweet Escapes).
Nutritional Information
According to information available on the storeitaly.org website for the Organic Dried Sicilian Rosemary by L’Arcolaio cooperativa sociale, the approximate nutritional values per 100g are as follows:
- Energy: 331 kcal
- Fat: 15 g (of which saturated: 7 g)
- Carbohydrates: 64 g (of which sugars: 1 g)
- Protein: 5 g
- Fiber: 42 g
- Salt: 0.01 g
