About Basil
Basil has all of that lovely liquorice flavour and aroma that we love, but with a little something more. The leaves of basil plants are flat and blade shaped with a purplish tinge that can spread over the entire leaf depending on the exact variety. Like sweet basil, thai basil is as aromatic as it is tasty. Lots of peppery, anise like, and warm spicy flavours in this herb. Good source of Vitamin and Iron.
Benefits
Basil Contains Powerful Antioxidants.
Basil is an Anti-inflammatory Herb.
Basil May Help Fight Cancer.
Basil Contains Natural Antibacterial Properties.
Basil Acts as a Natural Adaptogen.
Nutritive Value/Benefits
Total Fat 0.6g 1%
Sodium 4mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 2.7g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g 6%
Sugar 0.3g
Protein 3.2g 6%
Vitamin D 0.00mcg0%
Calcium 177.00mg 14%
Iron 3.17mg 18%
Potassium 295mg 6%
Storage & Uses
Trim the cut ends, put the bunch in a glass, jar, or vase of water that will fit in the fridge, and cover the whole thing, or at least the basil leaves, with a plastic bag. Put the whole in in a refrigerator. Basil kept that way will stay vibrant and green for up to a week.
Shelf-Life
Fresh Basil lasts for 5-9 Days
Dried Basil lasts for 2-3 Years
Storage Tips
Store the basil leaves like salad greens. Pick, wash, and dry the leaves, then store in the fridge wrapped in a dry paper towel and sealed in a plastic bag. Clean, dry, ready to roll. This baggie will be the basil's home for the next several days.
Storage Temperature
Basil and shiso are chilling sensitive and should be stored above 10°C (50°F). Depending on water loss, a shelf-life of 1 to 2 weeks can be expected for basil and shiso. Herbs may be cooled by hydrocooling before packaging or room cooling after packaging.
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