Organic fenugreek leaf (Schabzigerklee) 3–6 mm, Austria

Product description

Organic Schabzigerklee is a traditional Alpine herb and is supplied by Biova as a green, coarsely cut bulk ingredient. The leaf pieces, around 3–6 mm in size, have a savoury, herbaceous character reminiscent of hay and fresh mountain meadows.

Carefully controlled organic cultivation in Austria and gentle drying help preserve the typical aroma. The granulated, crushed structure ensures even distribution in doughs, cheese mixes and spice blends and is ideal for professional processing.

In the kitchen, organic Schabzigerklee is perfect for bread, cheese preparations, spreads and Alpine-style seasoning blends. Bakeries, cheese dairies, foodservice and food manufacturers all benefit from reliable Biova bulk quality for a wide range of applications.

Origin

The organic Schabzigerklee comes mainly from Austrian growing regions with a temperate Alpine climate. Sunny summers, clean mountain air and sufficient rainfall promote slow growth and a pronounced herbal aroma, while short transport routes ensure Biova receives fresh raw material.

Cultivation / production / harvest

Cultivation follows EU organic regulations, without synthetic crop protection agents or mineral nitrogen fertilisers. After harvesting, the plants are gently dried, then the leaves are granulated and coarsely cut to 3–6 mm to obtain an easy-to-dose bulk product with a homogeneous particle size.

Special features

Typical characteristics include the coarse cut, the intense green colour and the strong, characteristic aroma of Biova Schabzigerklee. As a granulated, crushed herb seasoning it can be processed easily both by hand and by machine and is tailored to the needs of bakeries, cheese producers and large-scale users.

Differences in origin and processing

Depending on location and microclimate within Austria, there may be slight differences in colour shade and flavour intensity. Processing, however, follows a uniform Biova standard with controlled drying and defined cut size, ensuring consistently comparable bulk quality.

Taste & aroma

Schabzigerklee tastes savoury, slightly bitter and evokes fresh mountain herbs and hay. The aroma is intense, grassy and fragrant without being hot, and develops a full-bodied herbal note in bread doughs, cheese preparations and hearty dishes when baked or cooked.

Suggested uses

• Seasoning bread and roll doughs, for example farmhouse, herb or wholegrain breads in artisan and in-house bakeries.
• For cheese specialities, fresh cheese spreads, quark preparations and herb butters with an Alpine character.
• As a component in spice blends for dips, spreads, stews, vegetarian dishes and professional foodservice.

Product specification

• Country of origin: Austria
• Cut size: cut, approx. 3–6 mm, granulated / coarse
• Colour: green
• Pack size: bulk, approx. 1.05 kg per unit