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Asian Basil

Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora Allergen-Free
Asian Basil

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Lamiaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Southeast Asian
  • Seasonality Summer, Year-Round (indoors/tropics)
  • Source Plant (Leaves)

¿Qué es Asian Basil?

A fragrant herb with distinctive anise, licorice, or cinnamon notes, commonly used in Southeast Asian and some East Asian cuisines.

¿A qué sabe Asian Basil?

Asian Basil tiene un sabor anise, licorice, spicy, clove-like, sweet con aromas pungent, anise, spicy, minty.

Taste
Anise, Licorice, Spicy, Clove-like, Sweet
Texture
Tender, Slightly waxy
Aroma
Pungent, Anise, Spicy, Minty
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Información Nutricional

Per 4 g (1/4 cup chopped)
Calories23 kcal
Total Fat0.6 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein3.2 g
Total Carbohydrate2.7 g
Dietary Fiber1.6 g
Total Sugars0.3 g
Calcium177 mg
Iron3.17 mg
Potassium295 mg

El Secreto del Chef

Add Asian basil at the very end of cooking to preserve its delicate aroma and vibrant color, as heat quickly diminishes its flavor.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Asian Basil

El mejor sustituto para Asian Basil es Thai Basil, usado en una proporción de 1:1. If 'Asian Basil' is used generically, Thai Basil is the most common variety with distinct anise/clove notes.

Sustitutos para Asian Basil con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Thai Basil Mejor 1:1 If 'Asian Basil' is used generically, Thai Basil is the most common variety with distinct anise/clove notes.
Italian Basil + Mint 1:1 basil, pinch of mint Italian basil provides the herbaceous base, while a small amount of mint can mimic some of the sharper notes.
Mint + A Touch of Anise Seed 1:1 mint, tiny pinch anise For dishes where the anise flavor is key, mint offers freshness, and anise seed (ground) provides the characteristic spice.
Holy Basil (Tulsi) 1:1 Offers a peppery, clove-like, slightly spicy flavor, though generally stronger and more medicinal than typical Asian basil.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Asian Basil

  1. Look for vibrant green, unblemished leaves; avoid wilting or black spots.
  2. Store stems in water at room temperature.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Asian Basil?

  • Curries
  • stir-fries
  • pho
  • spring rolls
  • coconut milk
  • chili
  • garlic
  • ginger
  • lime.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Asian Basil?

Anise, Licorice, Spicy, Clove-like, Sweet Pungent, Anise, Spicy, Minty

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Asian Basil?

El mejor sustituto es Thai Basil (1:1). If 'Asian Basil' is used generically, Thai Basil is the most common variety with distinct anise/clove notes.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Asian Basil?

Look for vibrant green, unblemished leaves; avoid wilting or black spots. Store stems in water at room temperature.

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