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Tarragon

Level 1 — Generally benignIn Winter's Dictionary

Tarragon is a flavoring — Aromatic herb Artemisia dracunculus

Also: Estragon, Little Dragon

What it does

Aromatic herb Artemisia dracunculus

Where you'll see it

pickles, vinegar

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: NIL

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): the extract is appreciated for its aromatic pungent taste, used in making pickles and vinegar