Basil herb 20 g

Basil Herb 20 g

Basil - an indispensable spice

Basil [Latin: Ocimum basilicum] is one of the most popular culinary herbs in the world. It is an annual plant originating from Asia that has gained worldwide popularity thanks to its wonderful aroma. Today, it is cultivated in 150 varieties on almost all continents. It is especially popular in Mediterranean countries. Therefore, basil is now first associated with Italian spaghetti, Neapolitan pizza, or vibrant green pesto. However, it is worth knowing that basil has been valued not only in the kitchen but also as a medicinal plant for centuries.

Basil in the kitchen

As already mentioned, basil is an irreplaceable ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine. Fresh or well-dried basil leaves are added to salads, soups, and sauces, especially tomato sauces, because of their characteristic strong aroma and flavor. In some parts of the world, basil has even earned the nickname "tomato herb" because it pairs so well with all tomato dishes. But the uses of basil in the kitchen do not end there. Its fresh, refreshing taste also enriches many healthy vegetable and meat dishes. From experience, we know there is nothing better than well-cooked zucchini or eggplant with a hint of basil. Additionally, basil enhances the flavor of poultry dishes and is well suited for preparing pies. To bring variety to your dishes, you should also try making wine vinegar or olive oil with basil flavor – you will love it!

Tips

• Store it in airtight containers. For this reason, each of our spice packages is equipped with a zipper that makes closing and opening easier. Basil in ordinary foil not only loses its beautiful aroma very quickly after opening but can also easily spill out of the packaging, e.g., in a drawer or cupboard. We care about your convenience!
• Basil should only be added to dishes at the end of cooking or frying. Very high temperatures can completely destroy its flavor.
• If you use fresh basil, you should not cut or chop it with a knife. To retain the full aroma, the leaves should be plucked and torn into smaller pieces with your fingers.

What can you season with basil?

• almost all Mediterranean dishes
• salads and soups, especially tomato soups
• meat – best rubbed with it before further preparation
• homemade cottage cheese
• fish dishes
• certain desserts

Medicinal properties of basil

• Regular use of basil in our kitchen promotes digestion, stimulates gastric juice secretion, and prevents stomach cramps.
• It has been found that basil has effects similar to lemon balm. This means that when used properly, it can have a calming, relaxing, antidepressant effect or help with insomnia.
• Basil is a very good source of easily absorbable magnesium, the deficiency of which can lead to circulatory and heart problems.
• The oils contained in basil have strong antibacterial effects, which is why it is worth including it in treatment during a cold.
• The eugenol contained in basil has a strong anti-inflammatory effect. Therefore, basil oil can be very helpful for people suffering from rheumatoid arthritis.

Ingredients: 100% dried basil leaf

Raw material of the highest quality

Country of origin: Egypt