Which mint is being referred to in Mediteranean and Middle Eastern recipes?

Question

Spearmint or Peppermint?

Answer 1

http://www.theherbaltouch.com/iha/mint98...

Spearmint and crinkle-leafed spearmint are best for sauces. You can cook a few sprigs with peas and new potatoes to enhance the flavor.

Spearmint, peppermint and applemint sprigs can be added to drinks and fruit dishes as a garnish. It also makes a refreshing tea.

Peppermint makes an excellent flavoring for ice cream, chocolates, and other deserts.

Answer 2

You might want to check out this free ebook with award winning recipes.

Answer 3

spearmint,

I have to add that it tastes and smells different than the one grown elsewhere, I tried is in europe, in canada, its not the same..

Answer 4

it depends on what recipe it is but the mint is probarbly spearmint or common garden mint (mint.vulgarus)