¿Qué es Lemon Basil?
An aromatic herb from the basil family, characterized by its distinctive citrusy, bright lemon scent and flavor notes.
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¿A qué sabe Lemon Basil?
Citrusy, Aromatic, Sweet, Peppery
- Taste
- Citrusy,Herbaceous,Sweet,Peppery
- Texture
- Tender,Leafy
- Aroma
- Strong Lemon,Anise,Basil
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Aromatic Compound
Its distinct lemon scent comes primarily from citral and limonene.
Culinary Usage
Best used fresh, added at the end of cooking to preserve its delicate flavor.
Growth Tip
Thrives in warm, sunny conditions; pinch back regularly for bushier growth.
Información Nutricional
Per 4 g (1 tbsp chopped)El Secreto del Chef
Add fresh lemon basil leaves at the very end of cooking or as a garnish to preserve their delicate aroma and vibrant citrus notes.
Sustitutos y Proporciones de Lemon Basil
El mejor sustituto para Lemon Basil es Sweet Basil + Lemon Zest, usado en una proporción de 1:1 basil, zest to taste. Best alternative, mimics the basil and citrus notes, allows for fresh lemon kick.
| Sustituto | Proporción | Mejor para |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Basil + Lemon Zest Mejor | 1:1 basil, zest to taste | Best alternative, mimics the basil and citrus notes, allows for fresh lemon kick. |
| Lemon Thyme | 1:1 | Different herbaceous profile, but similar prominent lemon notes, more robust for cooking. |
| Lemon Verbena | 1:0.5 (stronger) | Intense lemon flavor, but lacks the distinctive basil undertones. |
| Mint + Lemon Juice | Varies | For a fresh, bright, herbaceous note, but flavor profile is distinctly different from basil. |
Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Lemon Basil
- Look for vibrant green leaves free from wilting or dark spots.
- Store by placing stems in water, covered loosely.
¿Con Qué Combina Bien Lemon Basil?
- Chicken
- Fish
- Salads
- Pasta
- Fruits (berries)
- Cocktails
- Tomatoes
- Garlic
Preguntas frecuentes
¿A qué sabe Lemon Basil?
Citrusy, Aromatic, Sweet, Peppery Strong Lemon,Anise,Basil
¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Lemon Basil?
El mejor sustituto es Sweet Basil + Lemon Zest (1:1 basil, zest to taste). Best alternative, mimics the basil and citrus notes, allows for fresh lemon kick.
¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Lemon Basil?
Look for vibrant green leaves free from wilting or dark spots. Store by placing stems in water, covered loosely.