McCormick Culinary Dried Tarragon Leaves, 3.5 oz — Ready-to-Use French Anise Flavor for Sauces & Dressings

McCormick Culinary Dried Tarragon Leaves deliver authentic French tarragon flavor in a ready-to-use 3.5 oz container for sauces, dressings, marinades and finished dishes.

This 3.5 ounce jar contains carefully selected dried tarragon leaves sourced for their bright green color and classic anise-licorice aroma. Packaged by McCormick Culinary for professional kitchens and home cooks alike, the herb is ready to use with no prep—just sprinkle or spoon straight from the container to impart a distinctive savory note. The dual-dispensing lid gives you control for light seasoning or larger-volume measurements, and because there is only one ingredient—tarragon—it's simple to add to diets that require clean-label ingredients.

How will dried tarragon change my recipes?

Dried tarragon concentrates the herb's signature bittersweet, anise-like flavor so a small amount goes a long way. It brightens cream- and vinegar-based sauces, lifts seafood dishes, and complements poultry or egg preparations without overpowering other components.

• Adds aromatic anise notes to mayonnaise, mustard, and cream-based dressings.
• Balances acidic components like white wine vinegar in vinaigrettes and sauces.
• Enhances fish, shrimp and light meats with subtle herbal depth.

What is the best way to use this 3.5 oz container in a busy kitchen?

The container is sized for frequent use in both household and back-of-house environments. Use the shaker top for finishing plates and the spoon opening to measure for stocks, dressings, or marinades—no additional handling required.

• Shaker opening for quick, even sprinkling at service.
• Spoon opening to add larger quantities when making sauces or batch recipes.
• No rehydration needed; add directly to hot or cold preparations.

Can I substitute dried tarragon for fresh, and what adjustments should I make?

Dried tarragon is more concentrated than fresh, so use roughly one-third the volume of dried to replace fresh. For the brightest flavor, add dried tarragon earlier in cooking for longer infusions or near the end for a fresher note.

• Substitution guideline: 1 part dried = about 3 parts fresh.
• Add early in slow-cooked dishes for full extraction of flavor.
• Stir into cold dressings and let rest to hydrate and mellow overnight.

What dietary and ingredient information should I know?

This product contains a single ingredient—dried tarragon leaves—without added preservatives or MSG. It is kosher certified and naturally free of fat, cholesterol, carbohydrates and sodium, making it easy to include in many dietary plans.

• Single-ingredient label: tarragon leaves only.
• No added MSG or artificial preservatives.
• Certified kosher and suitable for low-fat, low-sodium menus.

Who is this for: Chefs, caterers and home cooks who want a dependable supply of classic French tarragon without the short shelf life of fresh herbs will appreciate this McCormick Culinary 3.5 oz jar. It's ideal for professionals streamlining prep, enthusiastic home cooks exploring French sauces like béarnaise, and anyone seeking a pantry-friendly way to add bright, herbal complexity to seafood, salads, dressings and sauces.

Ingredients

Tarragon Leaves