Description
Basil is a versatile herb known for its culinary and magical properties. It adds flavor to dishes and is believed to bring protection, love, and prosperity.
Ingredients
- Fresh basil leaves – 1 cup
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Garlic – 2 cloves
- Salt – 1 tsp
- Black pepper – 1/2 tsp
Instructions
- Wash the basil leaves thoroughly.
- Chop the garlic finely.
- Mix basil, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Use as a seasoning or topping for dishes.
Notes
- Store fresh basil in water to keep it fresh longer.
- Use dried basil if fresh is unavailable.
- Basil is best added at the end of cooking to preserve flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Herb
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: basil, magical properties, herb, seasoning