Description:
Holy Basil – called “Bai Kra Pao” (ใบกะเพรา) in Thai – is a sacred basil variety highly valued in Thai cuisine for its pungent, spicy aroma. Unlike European basil, Holy Basil has slightly serrated leaves and a peppery, almost clove-like flavor.
Application:
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Fresh: The leaves are used whole or roughly torn in stir-fries, usually added at the end.
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Typical for:
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Pad Kra Pao (ผัดกะเพรา) – stir-fried meat with Holy Basil and chili
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Curries, soups, wok dishes
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Tip: Do not cook for too long to preserve the aroma.
Average nutritional values per 100g/ml:
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Energy: approx. 22 kcal
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Fat: 0.6 g
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Carbohydrates: 2.7 g
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Protein: 3.2 g
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Dietary fiber: 1.6 g
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Vitamin C: approx. 18 mg
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Calcium: approx. 177 mg
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Iron: approx. 3.2 mg
Ingredients (Allergens in BOLD):
Not applicable
Origin:
Thailand
Halal:
Yes
