McCormick Imperial Spice Oregano Leaves 650g (1.43 lbs)

McCormick Imperial Spice Oregano Leaves offer a bold, aromatic herb trusted by chefs, restaurants, caterers, and foodservice professionals. Packaged in a large 650g (1.43 lbs) container, this format provides excellent value and a generous supply for high-volume kitchens, pizzerias, cafeterias, and culinary enthusiasts.

Sourced and processed with McCormick’s quality standards, these dried oregano leaves deliver a robust flavor profile—earthy, slightly bitter, and intensely fragrant. Notes of green herb, hay, mint, and subtle astringency make it a staple for Mediterranean, Italian, Greek, and Latin American dishes.

Perfect for tomato-based sauces, pizza, pasta, roasted meats, soups, salad dressings, marinades, and spice rubs, oregano adds depth and authenticity to countless recipes. It’s stronger than marjoram and thyme, making it ideal when a more pronounced herbal impact is desired.

Whether you’re blending it into house seasonings, garnishing dishes, or preparing large-batch recipes, this bulk packaging reduces restocking needs and supports consistent flavor across every application.

Categories: dried herbs, Italian seasoning, commercial kitchen ingredients, grocery, Mediterranean cuisine, foodservice supply.

Key Features & Benefits

• Strong, aromatic flavor with earthy and minty notes

• Slightly bitter and pungent for authentic herb character

• Ideal for pizza, pasta, sauces, soups, meats, and salads

• Larger 650g container suits foodservice and bulk cooking

• Superior to marjoram and thyme for intensity and aroma

• Reliable McCormick quality and freshness

• Long shelf life with secure packaging

• Great for spice blends, marinades, and rubs

Use Cases & Applications

• Restaurants & Pizzerias: Essential for sauces, pizza toppings, Italian entrées

• Catering & Meal Prep: Consistent seasoning for batch cooking and marinades

• Home Kitchens: Pantry staple for Mediterranean dishes and herb blends

• Salads & Dressings: Enhances vinaigrettes and fresh toppings

• Outdoor Cooking & Events: Convenient for grilling, smoking, and camp cooking

Nutritional Info / Specs / Materials

Product: McCormick Imperial Spice Oregano Leaves
Net Weight: 650g (1.43 lbs)
Units per Case: 1
Form: Dried herb leaves
Flavor Profile: Earthy, minty, pungent, slightly bitter
Botanical Source: Origanum vulgare
Shelf Life: 24–36 months when stored properly
Allergens: Typically none; check packaging for confirmationcally none; check packaging for confir
Packaging: Large plastic container with shaker/pour lid

FAQ Section

1. What dishes benefit most from oregano leaves?
Oregano is ideal for pizza, pasta sauces, meats, salads, Greek dishes, soups, marinades, and tomato-based recipes.

2. Is this suitable for commercial kitchens?
Yes, the 650g container provides ample supply for restaurants, caterers, and cafeterias.

3. How does oregano compare to marjoram or thyme?
It has a stronger, more pungent flavor with minty and earthy notes, offering greater intensity.

4. Can it be used in spice blends or rubs?
Absolutely—oregano works well in Italian blends, Mediterranean mixes, and dry rubs for grilled meats.

5. How should it be stored for freshness?
Keep the container sealed and store it in a cool, dry place away from heat and light.