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Basil

Conosciuto anche come: albahaca, basilico

Sweet, aromatic herb essential to Italian and Thai cuisines. Sweet basil for Mediterranean dishes, Thai basil for Southeast Asian cooking.

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Origine

India/Southeast Asia

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Stagione

Summer

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Conservazione

Stem in water at room temperature, or wrap in damp paper towels

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Durata di conservazione

5-7 days

💡 Consigli e trucchi

  • Add basil at the end of cooking to preserve flavor
  • Tear leaves instead of cutting to prevent bruising
  • Make pesto with abundant fresh basil

🥗 Punti salienti nutrizionali

Nutrienti chiave
Vitamin KVitamin A

📖 Ricette con Basil

🔄 Sostituti

  • Oregano
  • Mint
  • Spinach (for color)

🍽️ Si abbina bene con

TomatoesMozzarellaGarlicOlive oilPine nuts

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