O Que É Lemon Basil?
An aromatic herb from the basil family, characterized by its distinctive citrusy, bright lemon scent and flavor notes.
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Qual o Sabor de 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.
Informação Nutricional
Per 4 g (1 tbsp chopped)Segredo do 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.
Substitutos e Proporções de Lemon Basil
O melhor substituto para Lemon Basil é Sweet Basil + Lemon Zest, usado na proporção de 1:1 basil, zest to taste. Best alternative, mimics the basil and citrus notes, allows for fresh lemon kick.
| Substituto | Proporção | Melhor para |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Basil + Lemon Zest Melhor | 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. |
Como Escolher e Armazenar Lemon Basil
- Look for vibrant green leaves free from wilting or dark spots.
- Store by placing stems in water, covered loosely.
O Que Combina Bem Com Lemon Basil?
- Chicken
- Fish
- Salads
- Pasta
- Fruits (berries)
- Cocktails
- Tomatoes
- Garlic
Perguntas frequentes
Qual o sabor de Lemon Basil?
Citrusy, Aromatic, Sweet, Peppery Strong Lemon,Anise,Basil
Qual é um bom substituto para Lemon Basil?
O melhor substituto é Sweet Basil + Lemon Zest (1:1 basil, zest to taste). Best alternative, mimics the basil and citrus notes, allows for fresh lemon kick.
Como escolher e armazenar Lemon Basil?
Look for vibrant green leaves free from wilting or dark spots. Store by placing stems in water, covered loosely.