Basil
Estimated Inventory, lb : 555.25
This item was last sold on : 12/22/24
Description/Taste
Basil leaves widely range in size and appearance, depending on the specific variety, and average 3 to 11 centimeters in length with an oval to lanceolate shape. The leaf’s surface is smooth, broad, and flat with prominent veining, found in shades of bright green, dark green, and purple. The leaves also have even to serrated, jagged edges and are attached to fibrous, square stems. Basil leaves are highly fragrant and offer distinct aromas of anise, clove, citrus, cinnamon, and camphor due to a rich content of essential oils. The leaves can be harvested at multiple maturity stages, bearing different flavors with each variety, and generally have an herbal, sweet, and nutty taste with fresh licorice nuances.
Seasons/Availability
Basil is available year-round.
Current Facts
Basil, botanically a part of the Ocimum genus, is a general descriptor used to encompass many different varieties of aromatic herbs belonging to the Lamiaceae or mint family. The name Basil is derived from the Greek word basilikos, roughly translating to mean “herb worthy of a king,” and this title was given to the aromatic plant for its widespread use in medicinal and culinary applications worldwide. Ocimum basilicum, also known as Sweet Basil, is the most prevalent species commercially grown, and within the species, there are over 60 different varieties of Sweet Basil such as Dark Opal, Cinnamon, Globe, and Purple Basil. There are also well-known Basil hybrids, including Lemon and African Blue, and other Basil species such as Thai Basil grown for culinary and medicinal uses.
Nutritional Value
Basil is an excellent source of vitamin K, a nutrient that assists in faster wound healing, and is a good source of iron to build the protein hemoglobin to transport oxygen through the blood. The aromatic leaves also contain vitamin A to maintain healthy organ functioning, calcium to strengthen bones, manganese to stimulate protein digestion, and antioxidants to provide anti-inflammatory properties to protect against free radical damage. Basil contains an aromatic fragrance and flavor due to essential oils such as linalool, methyl chavicol, and eugenol. Each essential oil will be found in varying levels in different Basil varieties, giving each type a unique flavor and scent.
Applications
Basil is an aromatic herb used whole, chopped, or crushed in a wide variety of savory and sweet preparations. The leaves are most commonly used raw and are lightly torn, tossed into green salads, chopped and mixed into grain, rice, and noodle dishes, or used as a fresh topping over pizza and pasta. Basil can also be layered on toast with creamy spreads, placed inside sandwiches, infused into oils and vinegar, or blended into sauces such as pesto. Beyond fresh applications, Basil can be sauteed into eggs, stir-fried with vegetables, stirred into soups and curries, or deep-fried and served with roasted meats. The herbs can also be incorporated into sweet dishes such as sorbet or ice cream and used as a topping over shortcakes, cookies, and tarts. In addition to the leaves, Basil flower buds are edible and can be mixed into salads, soups, and bowls. Basil pairs well with nuts such as pistachios, pine nuts, and walnuts, tomatoes, zucchini, corn, artichoke hearts, radishes, bell peppers, aromatics including garlic, onion, red onion, ginger, lemongrass, and shallots, fruits such as pears, strawberries, nectarines, peaches, watermelon, and mango, and other herbs such as mint, parsley, and cilantro. Basil should be used immediately for the best quality and flavor. Fresh leaves attached to stems can be placed in a glass of water and lightly covered in the refrigerator, where they will keep up to one week. Individual leaves can also be stored in between paper towels in a plastic bag, kept in the fridge for 2 to 4 days. For extended use, Basil can be frozen in airtight plastic bags. Basil can also be dried and used as a spice, but much of the aroma and flavor will be lost in the drying process.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In Italy, Basil has transitioned over time from a symbol of hate to a symbol of love. During the Ancient Roman Empire, many gardeners believed Basil would grow to larger sizes if the plant were yelled at and cursed while cultivating. This aggression established the herb’s hateful reputation, but later in the mid 14th century, Basil became a symbol of love and death in the story of Lisabetta and The Pot of Basil. The emotional story is contained within The Decameron, a novel written by Giovanni Boccaccio, centered around two lovers caught in a secret affair, Lisabetta and Lorenzo. One night Lorenzo was killed by Lisabetta’s brothers, and in anguish, Lisabetta cut off her lover’s head and buried it in the bottom of a potted Basil plant. Lisabetta wept over the Basil daily, and through her tears, the plant flourished and became a symbol of her lost love. The story tragically ends with the Basil plant being taken away from Lisabetta, but the tale transformed Basil's hateful reputation into a symbol of love in Italian culture. In the Middle Ages, Basil was also worn in single women's hair as a symbol of their availability for romance and was thought to help bring them love.
Geography/History
Basil is native to regions of Africa and Asia and has been growing wild for over 4,000 years. The ancient herb was introduced to the Mediterranean in the early ages through trade routes and was used for religious, medicinal, and folkloric purposes in Egyptian, Greek, and Roman civilizations. Basil was eventually spread to England during the 16th century and North America in the 17th century. Newspaper documentation mentioning the sale of Basil in New York can be found dating back to the end of the 18th century, quickly establishing the herb as a cultivated variety. Today, Basil can be found growing in warm, subtropical, and temperate regions worldwide, especially in Central Africa, Southeast Asia, the Mediterranean, New Zealand, Australia, and the United States. The herbs are cultivated for commercial use, grown in home gardens, and are also still found growing wild.
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| Home & Away - Old Town | San Diego CA | 619-886-1358 |
| Surf Side Deli | San Diego CA | 619-223-9021 |
| Salt & Whiskey | San Diego CA | 619-544-1886 |
| Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
| Marisi La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 951-852-6730 |
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| Portside Pier (TopSail) | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| American Pizza Manufacturing | La Jolla CA | 858-246-6756 |
| Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina | San Diego CA | 619-921-4206 |
| Candor | La Jolla CA | 858-581-2205 |
| Ballast Point Rest. - Miramar | San Diego CA | 858-790-6900 |
| Brigantine Poway | Poway CA | 858-486-3066 |
| Viejas Casino Banquets | Alpine Ca | 619-295-3172 |
| Park Hyatt Aviara | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
| Town & Country San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-291-7131 |
| Rustic Root | San Diego CA | 619-232-1747 |
| Books and Records | San Diego CA | 619-310-5298 |
| Sabor a Vida Café & Deli | Vista CA | 760-536-3331 |
| Vinya: Vino & Vinyasa | San Diego CA | 858-703-8101 |
| Elks Lodge 2698 -Donation | Lakeside CA | 619-390-4949 |
| Cucina Urbana (Bar) | San Diego CA | 858-232-7808 |
| Rubicon Deli-UTC | San Diego CA | 858-877-9911 |
| Sets Kitchen and Bar | San Marcos CA | 970-390-2148 |
| Belching Beaver Brewery Tavern and Grill | Vista CA | 760-509-4424 |
| Wayfarer Bread | La Jolla CA | 805-709-0964 |
| Culinary Concepts | San Diego CA | 619-865-1918 |
| Fay's Diner and Cafe | San Diego CA | 661-858-8895 |
| Ketch Grill and Taps | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| RoVino Rotisserie + Wine | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| University Club | San Diego CA | 619-234-5200 |
| Omni Hotels | San Diego CA | 619-231-6664 |
| Knotty Barrel- Rancho | San Diego CA | 858-484-8758 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Bayside Landing | San Diego CA | 858-270-9200 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-551-5105 |
| Stone Brewing-Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-269-2100 |
| Dough Momma | La Jolla CA | 858-346-6692 |
| Nomad Donuts | San Diego CA | 619-431-5000 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (Distribution Center) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Seneca | San Diego CA | 619-588-2411 |
| The Plot Express (Carlsbad) | Carlsbad CA | 760-445-6846 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| Brigantine Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-481-1166 |
| Sbicca Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 619-417-2587 |
| Happy Medium SD | San Diego CA | 509-869-2279 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-944-1631 |
| Rose Café | Carlsbad CA | 310-399-0711 |
| College Cuisine - Gamma Phi Beta | San Diego CA | 310-634-2371 |
| UCSD La Jolla (Pritikin Intensive) | San Diego CA | 858-657-6473 |
| Giaola | Carlsbad CA | 858-266-9303 |
| Hilton Garden Inn | San Diego CA | 858-720-9500 |
| Leucadia Pizza Point Loma | San Diego CA | 619-295-2222 |
| GelatoLove | Carlsbad CA | 760-297-0554 |
| InterContinental Banquet Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| The Kitchen at Torrey View | San Diego CA | 702-489-2129 |
| Seasoned Catering and Events | San Diego CA | 619-246-4909 |
| We Olive La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-551-8250 |
| Zanzibar at the Loft | La Jolla CA | 858-210-5476 |
| Espadin | Temecula California | 951-383-5585 |
| Ridgeview Health Center | San Diego CA | 858-293-3950 |
| Coronado Yacht Club | Coronado CA | 619-435-1848 |
| Carolines Seaside Cafe | La Jolla CA | 619-646-1481 |
| Jalisco Cantina | Carlsbad CA | 619-204-5945 |
| The Flavor Chef (Catering) | Vista CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Luce | San Diego CA | 619-275-2094 |
| Wildland | Carlsbad CA | 619-385-0914 |
| Bencotto Italian Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-822-5493 |
| Solare Ristorante Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-270-9670 |
| Pacific Regent La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-597-8008 |
| Lost Cause Meadery | SAN DIEGO CA | 858-245-1911 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| Brigantine Coronado | Coronado CA | 619-435-4166 |
| Chef Lance Roll | Vista CA | 760-685-2433 |
| Mission Ave Bar and Grill | Oceanside CA | 760-717-5899 |
| US Grant Hotel Main | San Diego CA | 619-232-3121 |
| Glenbrook Health Center | Carlsbad CA | 760-704-1000 |
| The Original 40 Brewing | San Diego CA | 619-206-4725 |
| Palmys | San Diego CA | 858-886-7111 |
| Shore Rider | La Jolla CA | 858-412-5308 |
| Green Acres Campus | San Diego CA | 858-450-9907 |
| Cliffhanger Cafe Menu | San Diego CA | 858-452-9858 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines | La Jolla CA | 858-450-4581 |
| Kettner Exchange Bar | San Diego CA | 909-915-9877 |
| Pizza E Birra | San Diego CA | 619-916-8407 |
| Trattoria I Trulli | Encinitas CA | 760-277-9826 |
| Donation 2 | San Diego | 619-295-3172 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 520-205-1288 |
| Ki's Kitchen Commissary | VISTA CA | 760-777-0700 |
| The Plot Restaurant (Costa Mesa) | Costa Mesa CA | 714-852-3181 |
| Sensations Salud | San Diego CA | 619-933-3489 |
| Aztec Shop Catering | San Diego CA | 619 594-3576 |
| Uptown Tavern | San Diego CA | 619-683-9322 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| Park Hyatt Aviara (Ember & Rye) | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
| Cutwater Spirits | San Diego CA | 619-672-3848 |
| Surf Side Cuisine | San Diego CA | 619-507-0891 |
| The Loma Club | San Diego CA | 619-222-4653 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| UPAC Enterprise Center | San Diego CA | 6192557644 |
| UCSD Food & Nutrition Department La Jolla | San Diego CA | 858-761-1269 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (Banquets) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| The WestBean Coffee Roasters BH | San Diego CA | 619-709-3232 |
| Village Pizzaria | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Alila Marea Beach Resort | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Belmont Park Draft | San Diego CA | 858-228-9283 |
| Jack & Giulio's | San Diego CA | 619-294-2074 |
| UCSD Health East campus | San Diego CA | 619-578-3373 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Seneca Bar | San Diego CA | 619-588-2411 |
| 333 Pacific | Oceanside CA | 760-433-3333 |
| The Roxy Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2899 |
| Brockton Villa Restaurant | San Diego CA | 858-454-7393 |
| The Promiscuous Fork-La Jolla Blvd | La Jolla CA | 858-776-3246 |
| Mackenzie Elizabeth Personal Chef Services | Poway CA | 858-357-3455 |
| Le Papagayo (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Ciccia Osteria | San Diego CA | 619-674-4069 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Crust Pizzeria Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-212-8751 |
| Cork & Stem LLC | San Diego CA | 619-354-0308 |
| Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill | San Diego CA | 619-497-0914 |
| Portside Pier (Brigantine) | San Diego CA | 858-268-1030 |
| Southwestern Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-222-0438 |
| Pete's Seafood and Sandwich | San Diego CA | 619-852-1493 |
| Pendry SD (Nasons) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Red Tail Catering | San Marcos CA | 858-605-8219 |
| The Holding Company | San Diego CA | 619-341-5898 |
| Barrel & Board | San Diego CA | 619-902-4646 |
| Hash House A Go Go | San Diego CA | 951-764-0605 |
| Mission Bay Beach Club | San Diego CA | 858-201-7551 |
| Isola Pizza Bar | San Diego CA | 619-564-2938 |
| Davanti Enoteca Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-237-9606 |
| Wormwood (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| The Local-Pacific Beach | San Diego CA | 858-263-7475 |
| Cardellino | San Diego CA | 619-722-3398 |
| GreensPlease | Poway CA | 858-842-1001 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Eddie V's La Jolla - EV# 8511 | La Jolla CA | 858-459-5500 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Basil. One
is easiest, three is harder.
