Organic blue fenugreek | cut | 3-6 mm

What is it about / Product description

Organic Schabziger clover is a traditional culinary herb from the Alpine region and is offered by Biova as coarsely cut, green bulk goods. The cut leaves with a grain size of 3–6 mm, with their spicy, herbal character, are reminiscent of hay and fresh mountain meadows.

Thanks to controlled organic cultivation in Austria and gentle drying, the typical aroma of organic Schabziger clover is largely preserved. The granulated, crushed structure ensures an even distribution in doughs, cheese mixtures and spice blends.

In the kitchen, this herb seasoning is ideal for bread, cheese preparations, spreads and Alpine spice blends. This way, Biova customers in bakeries, cheese dairies and gastronomy benefit from reliable, professional bulk goods for a wide range of applications.

Origin

The organic Schabziger clover comes predominantly from Austria, from locations with a temperate Alpine climate. Sunny summers and sufficient rainfall promote slow growth and a pronounced herbal aroma, while short transport routes ensure fresh, high-quality raw material for Biova.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

Cultivation is carried out in accordance with EU organic regulations without synthetic crop protection agents or mineral nitrogen fertilizers. After harvesting, the plants are gently dried, then the leaves are granulated and coarsely cut to about 3–6 mm to obtain a well-dosable, professional bulk product.

Special features

Characteristic are the coarse grain size, the intense green color and the strong, typical scent of Biova Schabziger clover. As a granulated, crushed herb seasoning, it can be processed well both manually and by machine and is specially tailored to the requirements of bakeries, cheese dairies and large-scale consumers.

Differences in origin and processing

Depending on the region of origin within Austria, there may be slight differences in color nuances and aroma intensity, as soil conditions and microclimate influence the character of the herb. Processing, however, follows a uniform Biova standard with controlled drying and defined grain size for reliably comparable quality.

Taste & smell

In terms of taste, Schabziger clover is spicy, slightly bitter and reminiscent of fresh Alpine herbs and hay. The smell is intense, grassy and aromatic without being pungent, and when baked or cooked it develops a full-bodied herbal aroma in bread doughs, cheese preparations and hearty dishes.

Possible applications

• For seasoning bread and bread roll doughs, for example for farmhouse, herb or wholegrain breads.
• For cheese specialities, cream cheese spreads, quark preparations and herb butter with an Alpine character.
• As a component of spice blends for dips, spreads, stews, vegetarian dishes and professional gastronomy.

Product specification

• Country of origin: Austria
• Grain size: cut, approx. 3–6 mm, granulated / coarse
• Color: green