
Grated nettle
Grated nettle (Urtica dioica): dried and ground, for vegetable pies, soups, rice and hot nettle tea.
Wild herb of Greek cuisine
- Dried and grated nettle.
- For vegetable pies, soups, rice and omelettes.
- For hot tea, plain or with lemon.
- Earthy, herbal flavor.
Why choose it?
- Dried and ground nettle without additives
- Earthy, herbal flavour
- Ideal for drinks, soups and traditional recipes
- Suitable for vegetarian & fasting diets
Description
Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is one of the most traditional wild herbs in Greek cuisine.
It is collected, dried and ground, so that you can find it ready all year round, without its stings.
It is used in vegetable pies, soups, rice, omelets and breads, and is also drunk as hot tea with lemon.
Instructions for use
- In cooking: 1–2 tablespoons in vegetable pie, soup, rice or omelet.
- In bread: mix it with the flour for aromatic bread or cornmeal batter.
- Tea: 1 teaspoon in a cup of freshly boiled water, for 5–10 minutes.
Additional information
Frequent questions
What is nettle?
It is a wild plant (Urtica dioica), known for its leaves that "sting" when fresh. Dried, it is used in cooking and for tea.
How is grated nettle cooked?;
Add 1–2 tablespoons to veggie patties, soups, rice, egg omelets, or cornbread for an earthy, herbaceous flavor.
How is nettle tea made?;
Put 1 teaspoon of nettle in a cup of freshly boiled water, cover and leave for 5–10 minutes. Strain and add lemon or honey.
What does it match?
With lemon, mint, dandelion or rosemary in tea, and with rice, eggs, feta cheese and leeks in cooking.
Is it suitable for everyone?;
As a herb in food, yes. For tea during pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, or if you are taking medication, ask your doctor first.




