Oregano: Earthy, Aromatic, Full of Character

The bold herb behind sauces, salsas, and slow-cooked flavor.

EARTHY AROMA, BOLD CHARACTER

Oregano, the Herb With Real Character

Oregano brings a warm, earthy aroma and slightly peppery bite to sauces, salsas, and marinades across Mediterranean and Latin American kitchens alike. Used fresh or dried, its bold flavor holds up well to long cooking, making it a kitchen workhorse. At Latin Specialties, we handle our oregano with care to preserve its aroma and color from harvest through delivery.

Earthy, aromatic, and full of character—oregano grounds every sauce it touches.

Fresh Oregano,Aromatic Marinades and Salads

Earthy, citrusy and bold: a small leaf that flavors big dishes.

Plate of golden pollo asado with rice and lime on a Mexican kitchen tableMarinated chicken thighs roasting with fresh oregano and lime

Citrus-herb chicken recipe

Pollo Asado with Oregano and Lime

Chicken marinated in orange, lime, garlic, cumin and plenty of oregano, then roasted or grilled until golden.

  • Serves4
  • Marinate1 hour
  • Cook40 min

Ingredients

Method

  1. Blend or whisk the orange and lime juice with the garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, oil, salt and pepper.
  2. Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  3. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 35 to 40 minutes, or grill over medium heat, until golden and cooked through to 165°F (74°C).
  4. Rest for 5 minutes and serve with rice, tortillas and sliced onion.

TipMexican oregano is more citrusy and floral than Mediterranean oregano, which also works if that is what you have.

From Field to Your Table

Sourcing

Trusted growers deliver consistent, fragrant oregano

Quality & Safety

Strict specs, traceability, and cold-chain stewardship ensure quality.

Ripeness Handling

Harvested at peak leaf maturity for the boldest aroma.

Packaging & Formats

Bunched, clamshell, or custom program packs.

On-Time Delivery

Reliable logistics to keep your supply flowing.

Program flexibility.

We support programs to meet customer and regulatory needs. Choose the approach that fits your market and let us guide specifications, labeling and handling.

Care, Made Simple

Fresh oregano keeps best refrigerated, wrapped loosely. For longer storage, air-dry in a cool, shaded spot and keep in an airtight container.

Quality You Can Measure