Dried Basil

Dried Basil
Dried Basil
Dried Basil Dried Basil

Dried Basil

SKU
100152 001
Price:
$6.98
Net Weight:
0.9 oz
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Dried Basil, Ocimum basilicum, is an extremely aromatic member of the Lamiaceae, or mint, family. It is closely related to mint, rosemary, thyme, oregano, sage, and marjoram. Our bulk Dried Basil is also referred to as dried basil, dried basil leaves, dried sweet basil. This herb has been popularly enjoyed for millennia; cultures that rose along the Mediterranean have used it since at least 2600 BC, in food and in religious ceremonies.

Dried Basil has .5% to 1.1% essential oil, composed primarily of linalool (40%) and methyl chavicol (25%). The strong clove scent of sweet basil is derived from eugenol, the same chemical found in cloves. This explains the sharp, peppery edge that can be present in this otherwise soft and gentle herb.

Basil is commonly sought after by seasoning companies; Mediterranean, Greek, and Italian restaurants; independent spice shops; olive oil shops; and food manufacturer and production facilities.

 

Flavor Profile

Dried Basil is aromatic and has notes of pepper, anise, and mint. It is sweet and gentle and a touch savory.

 

How To Use

You can use Dried Basil to add lightness to dishes like Beef and Zucchini Parmigiana and Kalamata Olive Pizza. Blend it into the sauce for hearty Creole Sausage and Peppers. It has an affinity for vegetables, so add it to Tomato, Spinach, and Quinoa Bake and Garlic and Herb Mushrooms. This is a natural addition to Mediterranean-inspired dishes; it’s terrific in Grilled Vegetable Pasta and light and satisfying Grilled Mediterranean Salmon. Enjoy bulk Basil’s sweet and savory qualities in a bright, refreshing Sweet Cantaloupe Salsa. Garnish Asian Chicken Lettuce Rolls and Spicy Thai Coconut Soup with Dried Basil.

Even the best Dried Basil’s flavor tends to dissipate when exposed to prolonged heat, so add at the end of cooking times for the greatest impact.

This herb pairs well with tomatoes, garlic, nuts, olive oil, olives, ginger, capers, cheeses, coriander, galangal, lemongrass, and both white and black pepper.

 

Also Called Dried basil, dried basil leaves, dried sweet basil
Species Ocimum basilicum
Ingredients Basil leaf
Flavor Profile Aromatic herb with pepper, anise, and mint aspects
Oil content .5-1.1%
Recommended Uses Pair with tomatoes, garlic, meats, and fruit
Cuisine Mediterranean, Asian, Thai
How To Store Airtight container in a cool, dark place
Shelf Life 6-12 months
Country of Origin Egypt

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 tsp

Amount Per Serving

Calories3

% Daily Value*

Total Fat0g0%

Saturated Fat0g0%

Trans Fat0g

Polyunsaturated Fat0g

Monounsaturated Fat0g

Cholesterol0mg0%

Sodium0.4mg0%

Total Carbohydrate0.6g0%

Dietary Fiber0.4g2%

Total Sugars0.0g

Added Sugars0g0%

Sugar Alcohol0.0g

Protein0.1g0%

Vitamin D0mcg0%

Calcium0mg0%

Iron0mg0%

Potassium0mg0%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. These values were calculated and therefore are approximate. For more accuracy, testing is advised.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5
33 total ratings.

Gail K. (Verified buyer) 06/04/2023
Awesome quality. Awesome quality.

Francine W. (Verified buyer) 05/01/2022
Aroma! Flavor! All 3! So much better than box store brands. Because of how "real" the spice is, I don't need as much in my recipes and my purchase lasts longer Thanks very much.

Kristen S. (Verified buyer) 03/26/2022
Excellent quality and flavor one Excellent quality and flavor one of our go to spices. Bread, spaghetti, soup.

Cordelia M. (Verified buyer) 01/31/2022
Fresh and tasty Fresh and tasty

Stacy E. (Verified buyer) 01/25/2022
Basil Wonderful flavor!

Karl D. (Verified buyer) 11/30/2021
One of the most popular One of the most popular Spices in my place spice rack. I find that's add's amazing flavor to most of the food that I make. I will say this is also much fresher than what you buy at most grocery stores and was amazed at how it smells when I opened the package.

Pam A. (Verified buyer) 11/14/2021
fresh and fast As always, the basil arrived fast and is a great quality. Bright and fresh.

Julia W. (Verified buyer) 08/12/2021
Basil mixes with food from Basil mixes with food from many countries, these dried leaves were perfect with other spices to add what I needed.

William H. (Verified buyer) 05/05/2021
Great! Used in my homemade Great! Used in my homemade tomato sauce. Adds a lot of flavor.

vijaya k. (Verified buyer) 12/22/2020
good quality product good quality product
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