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Dried Thyme

A practical guide to drying thyme with a focus on preparing the herbs, controlling moisture, and storing the finished product conveniently.

Best in season: Summer
Time
10 min
Yield
1 batch
Difficulty
Easy
Updated
March 1, 2026
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Kukhlyk recipe
Recipe at a glance

Dried thyme is a practical homemade staple with a focus on flavor, texture, and easy storage.

Ingredients

What you will need

Below is the ingredient list for this recipe with the base proportions. It is convenient to prepare everything you need in advance so the cooking process goes more smoothly and without rushing.

Before you start

There is 1 item in the list. It is convenient to check that everything is ready first and only then move on to the cooking steps.

  • Fresh thyme
    300 g
Step by step

How to make it

The recipe is broken down into clear steps so it is easy to follow right in the kitchen. Move through them in order to keep the process under control and avoid missing important details.

Preparation path

This recipe has 4 steps. It is easiest to follow them in order without jumping between stages.

Recipe time: 10 min
1

Step 1

Prepare the thyme. Sort through it, rinse it quickly, and dry it thoroughly.

2

Step 2

Spread it out in a thin layer on mesh trays or dehydrator trays.

3

Step 3

Dry at 35–40°C until fully dry and brittle.

4

Step 4

Cool completely and store in a dry jar.