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Sweet basil (aka Italian basil) has a sweet, yet peppery clove-anise-mint flavor prized in both Italian and Southeast Asian cuisine. It is a delicate herb with a wide variety of applications and pairs well with food in almost any category: meat, poultry, seafood, fruit, and vegetables.
We also sell fresh lemon basil, fresh opal basil, fresh Thai basil, and several varieties of basil microgreens.
Applications: Because basil is so delicate, it is best served either raw or very lightly cooked (added at the end of the cooking process). It bruises easily, so we recommend tearing the leaves, using them whole, or cutting them into a chiffonade.
Sweet basil is a staple ingredient in many classic Italian dishes, including caprese salad, pesto pasta sauce, and pizza. It can also be used in Southeast Asian food, particularly curries and soups.
Flavors basil matches well with include: cheese, tomatoes, pork, squash, peas, chicken, lamb, seafood, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, pimentos, potatoes, eggplant, eggs, vinegar, liver and veal.
For unusual dessert options, consider using sweet basil (steeped or as a puree) in an ice cream, custard or gastrique sauce.
How to Store and Share: All basil varieties are best stored wrapped in paper towels, placed in a zip top bag, and kept in the warmest part of your refrigerator (frequently near the light). They should ideally be used within a few days of arrival for best flavor and appearance, but can stay fresh for up to a week.
For long term storage of Italian basil we recommend freezing whole leaves individually following the instructions in How to Freeze Better at Home, then moving them to an air-tight container in the freezer for long term storage. Freezing will likely make the basil go limp and damage its color, but should preserve its flavor.
Specifications: Fresh bulk Italian basil arrives freshly cut and cleaned (though we still recommend washing before use) in a large plastic bag within the shipping box.
Shipping Method: Fedex Overnight
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