Dried Basil Leaves 7oz (200g) - Natural, Non-GMO, Vegan, Ayurveda Herb - by Spicy World

Product description What are Dried Basil Leaves? Basil is a popular and widely used culinary herb, known for its versatility and distinct flavor that adds herbaceousness to a wide variety of dishes all over the world. When dried, not only does the taste deepen, but it also alters somewhat. In particular, the anise notes will be toned down considerably. At the same time, the minty traits will become more prominent. People usually toss in dried leaves at the beginning of a moderate to lengthy cooking period. You can also mix them with dried oregano to make a great replacement for Italian seasoning. If you have some dried basil at hand, don’t hesitate to cook up some pasta sauce or any traditional dishes that require hours upon hours of simmering. However, avoid adding it to recipes where you’ll directly taste the texture of the herbs, such as salads. You can enhance the flavor of dried basil by rubbing them between your palms. Doing this will bring out some of the “hidden” oils that even drying can’t remove. Dried vs fresh Keep this conversion handy. When using fresh basil instead of dried in a recipe, use 1 and 1/2 more than what the recipe says. Likewise, cut dried basil by the same amount when substituting it for fresh, that is, 2/3 of what is called for. Flavors to pair with dried basil Add some more flavor to your meals with these herbs and spices. They go great with basil: Oregano, Thyme, Black Pepper, Dill Weed & Parsley. Strong flavor Dried basil leaves have a stronger, more concentrated flavor than fresh leaves. The flavor profile also changes. Fresh basil flavor, especially sweet basil, is sweeter and almost minty or anise-like. Dry basil leaves are more savory and usually found mixed with other dried Italian herbs in a blend.

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