Basil Leaf
Basil Leaf
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Description
Description
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Member of the mint family and native to India, Asia, and Central Africa, dried Basil has travelled the world to become the soul of Mediterranean and Italian cooking. Spice Zen Certified Organic Dried Basil Leaf is crushed, aromatic, and full of sweet-herbal flavour with gentle peppery and anise notes.
Use it in pasta sauces, pesto, tomato dishes, poultry, soups, and salads, anywhere you want natural freshness and savoury depth. Unlike fresh basil, the dried leaves infuse slowly, so add them early in the cooking process to release their full flavour.
Flavour & Aroma Profile
Herbal, sweet, mildly peppery, with subtle hints of mint and anise.
How to Use
- Add 1 tsp dried basil early during cooking for full flavour.
- Use in tomato sauces, soups, curries, marinades, and salads.
- Perfect with eggplant, spinach, garlic, zucchini, and legumes.
- Combine with oregano, rosemary, or sage for classic herb blends.
- 1 tsp dried basil = 1 tbsp fresh chopped basil.
Perfect For
- Italian pasta sauces and slow-simmered tomato dishes
- Pizza, focaccia and herb breads
- Mediterranean salads and antipasti
- Soups, stews and vegetable braises
- Homemade pesto and herb blends
- Finishing roasted vegetables and grilled eggplant
Wellness Note
Basil has long been valued in Ayurvedic and Mediterranean traditions for its refreshing and restorative qualities. Naturally rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and aromatic oils, it is known to aid digestion and bring calm clarity to the senses.
A symbol of nourishment and renewal, basil lends not only flavour but balance and lightness to every meal.
Presentation & Storage
Quality checked and hand-packed in biodegradable, resealable brown paper pouches to preserve aroma and natural oils. Store in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture.
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
Recipe Inspirations & Pairings
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WHY CERTIFIED ORGANIC?
Certified organic ingredients are grown naturally, without synthetic chemicals or pesticides and handled with care from source to shelf. Independent certification gives you confidence that we meet strict organic standards and maintains its integrity throughout the journey.
THE SPICE ZEN Difference
Gluten free across our entire range.
Produced and packed in a dedicated gluten free facility.
Independently tested and endorsed by Coeliac Australia.
Premium certified organic ingredients; wildcrafted Australian natives.
No fillers, preservatives, flavourings or extracts.
Small-batch production for Freshness & Integrity.
Small family-owned business
Crafted carefully to meet dietary requirements.
Guided by respect for people, traditions and the environment.



