Discover the rich, authentic flavors of traditional Latin cooking with Peak Fresh Produce® Epazote, Hoja Santa, and Culantro — three essential flavorful herbs that bring depth, aroma, and distinct character to a wide range of dishes.

From the bold, earthy notes of epazote in classic bean recipes, to the fragrant, anise-like complexity of hoja santa used in Oaxacan cuisine, to the bright, robust punch of culantro in Caribbean and Central American cooking, these herbs offer a flavorful way to elevate everyday meals and explore new culinary traditions.

Peak Fresh Produce Epazote

Flavor: Bold, earthy, slightly peppery

Best for: Beans, quesadillas, and soups

• A classic herb for black beans and pinto beans
• Helps add depth and tradition to Mexican dishes
• Use fresh or dried — start small, flavor is strong
• Often paired with cheese, corn, and mushrooms

Peak Fresh Produce Hoja Santa

Flavor: Aromatic, with hints of anise & sassafras

Best for: Wrapping, tamales, sauces

• Large, heart-shaped leaves used whole or chopped
• Famous in Oaxacan cooking
• Perfect for wrapping fish, meats, or tamales
• Adds a unique herbal fragrance to stews and moles

Peak Fresh Produce Culantro

Flavor: Strong cilantro-like taste, but more pungent

Best for: Salsas, soups, Caribbean dishes

• Essential in Sofrito and Caribbean cuisine
• Longer-lasting flavor than cilantro, especially when cooked
• Adds brightness to soups, rice, and stews
• Leaves are long and serrated