Basil
Ocimum basilicum
Use:
Basil's leaves are used fresh or dried. Basil epitomizes the Italian-Mediterranean cuisine. It seasons pestos, Insalata Caprese (a salad with tomatoes and mozzarella), Margherita pizza and pasta.
Origins:
Basil originated in Western Asia, but was brought by the Romans to Italy and has been used in the Mediterranean for ages. Today, basil is used worldwide and is a popular garden spice.
see Anne Iburg "Dumont little spice encyclopedia", Eggolsheim, Dörfler Verlag GmbH
Products with Basil
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KOTÁNYI Dried Basil, 15 g
- Very gently dried
- Rich in essential oils
- Indispensable for pizza & tomato sauce
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Herbaria Organic Basil, 15 g
- Chopped
- Gently dried
- Reusable shaker
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Wiberg Basil Oil, 500 ml
- Intense olive oil taste
- Fine basil aroma
- Ideal for pasta & fish
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KOTÁNYI Organic Dried Basil, 17 g
- For Mediterranean cuisine
- Harmonises well with tomatoes
- Pleasant flavor
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LaSelva Organic Tomato Sauce with Basil, 340 g
- Hand-picked organic tomatoes
- Refined with basil
- No added salt
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Alnatura Organic Basil Tomato Sauce , 350 ml
- Mediterranean flavour
- Seasoned with basil, onions, sea salt & olive oil
- Easy to prepare