Answers.com > Wiki Answers > Categories > Food & Cooking > Individual Ingredients > Spices and Herbs > Is dried sage the same as ground sage?

Is dried sage the same as ground sage?

In: Spices and Herbs, Cooking Measurements, Ingredient Substitutions [Edit categories]

Answer:

Not really. Ground sage has had the dried leaves finely pulverized. You can see the leaves of dried sage. It can be crumbled and seen in the dish you are using it in. Ground sage blends in much like ground pepper.

Note: There are comments associated with this question. See the discussion page to add to the conversation.

First answer by Lynnk6572. Last edit by Chezelisabeth. Contributor trust: 2 [recommend contributor ]. Question popularity: 1 [recommend question].

[report abuse]

Can you answer these Spices and Herbs questions?

	Do you pick the tops of cilantro or the stem?	Answer it!
	How much ground cumin should you use if substituting for cumin seed?	Answer it!
	How much ground clove is one pinch of whole clove?	Answer it!
	Are all gingers rabid?	Answer it!
	Can you substitute Garamond Marsala for coriander seeds?	Answer it!

Relevant answers:

What is the equvialent measurement to ground sage vs dried sage?
Dried sage refers to the dried leaves of the sage plant. The leaves are then ground to a powder. So they're, basically, the same thing. Fresh sage leaves, however, are an entirely different matter.
Is ground savory the same as rubbed sage?
No
Are dried sage and rubbed sage equal?
If rubbed sage is dried and dried sage is crushed - than yes
What is the difference in dalmatian sage and ground sage?
Dalmatian sage is a synonym for Salvia officinalis grown in Dalmatia. There are numerous researches that proof that sage from Dalmatia has best sage characteristics in all aspects; in aromatherapy,...
Can you substitute ground sage for rubbed sage?
Yes, but use less.