Organic Basil

Also know as Great basil, sweet basil or Genovese basil

Oval-leaved, deep green aromatic herb whose leaves are used for consumption.

Native: India

Species: Ocimum basilicum

Maintain: 8º C – 12ºC

Aroma/flavour: Anisete

Ideal with: Garlic, tomato, zucchini and poultry

Popular in dishes: Pesto sauce

Properties: Diuretic, digestive and relaxing

How to use: Add fresh, chopped or whole leaves, while plating to avoid loosing aroma and flavour.