Using mint in cooking

Spearmint and peppermint are most commonly used in cooking, peppermint to complement savoury dishes, vegetables, particularly peas, and fruits and chocolate.

For Asian cuisine, Vietnamese mint is the favourite variety For lamb, English mint is an ideal accompaniment.

Fresh mint leaves may be added to new potatoes, fruit salads, and non-alchoholic punches.

If you are into brewing tea, variegated peppermint or Swiss or apple mint is commonly used