{"product_id":"dried-basil","title":"Dried Basil Leaves (Sweet Basil) | Italian Herb, Bright Green, Not Tulsi","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDried Basil Leaves: The Herb For Every Modern Indian Kitchen’s Needs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala Dried Basil leaves are Italian sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum), not Indian tulsi. The difference matters. This herb has been used in pizza, pasta, and Mediterranean cuisine worldwide for ages. We dried it professionally to preserve its bright green colour and full fragrance profile. Crumbled leaves only, no stems, no powder. Sealed in 3-layer packaging to keep the moisture and sunlight away. If you cook Italian, Thai, or Continental food regularly at home, this is the basil you need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose Hathi Masala For Continental Cuisine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Hygienically Packed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Fresh. Efficient. Pure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Lab Tested Every Batch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Flavour locked packaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Exported to 60+ Countries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Hathi Masala Basil Leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasil (Ocimum basilicum) is a green herb with a distinctive fragrance, originally from tropical Asia, but it also works perfectly with Italian and Mediterranean dishes. It has large, soft, bright-green leaves with a sweet and slightly peppery aroma. If they’re dried correctly, the aroma stays consistent and intact. Hathi Masala Basil is the same as an Italian sweet basil, specifically the Genovese variety, the one used in pesto, pizza, and pasta sauces across Europe and in home kitchens worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasil Varieties: What Is Available in the Market\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItalian Basil: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe widely used variety. It gives a sweet, anise-like, and savory taste profile that works beautifully in pizza, pasta, pesto, and all Italian cooking. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThai Basil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Peppery with a bold, spicy taste. This makes it a perfect fit for Thai curries, stir-fries, and fusion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLemon Basil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: It gives a strong citrusy profile. Widely used in seafood dishes, soups, and fresh salads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurple Basil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Mild with a clove-like flavour. Mostly used in sandwiches and to decorate the dishes for its deep colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoly Basil (Tulsi)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Spicy and minty refreshing. It’s found in almost every Indian home and is used for herbal tea and Ayurvedic practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala sells the Italian sweet dried basil leaves. It is one of the most widely used varieties globally in every cuisine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourcing and Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala sources authentic Italian sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) from trusted regions. We sourced a freshly harvested crop right before the plant flowers. Once the volatile essential oils in the leaf drop, the fragrance goes with them. Only the leaf with these qualities is accepted. Stems, flowers, and discolored leaves are rejected and removed before processing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcessing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the Hathi Masala Facility, whole leaves are dried at a controlled temperature to remove moisture without losing fragrance. Drying them at high heat is the most common mistake in commercial dried herb production, which is why most basil available on the market turns brown and smells flat. It preserve the essential oils linalool and eugenol. After drying, we crumbled the leaves to a consistent size, no powder, no stem pieces, without any human contact at any stage. Packed in 3-layer sealed packaging that blocks light, moisture, and air.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use Basil in Your Kitchen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- For pizza: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpread some leaves as toppings directly on the pizza base before baking, or add them after the pizza comes out of the oven for a stronger fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- For salad dressings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mix some leaves with olive oil, salt, and 3-4 drops of lemon juice. It works well in Italian cuisine and vinaigrette dressings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- For pasta sauce: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd 0.5 teaspoon per dish while the sauce is simmering. Stir, then cook for 2-3 minutes on a low flame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- For soups:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Add the leaves at the end of cooking. Basil loses its fragrance quickly at high heat, so add it in the last few minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- For garlic bread:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mix basil with butter and garlic before spreading. Bake until golden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBenefits of Dried Basil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe essential oils present in the basil leaves are linalool and eugenol. These give the leaves their characteristic aroma and flavour. It’s a natural source of vitamin K, manganese, and antioxidant compounds. In traditional food cultures across the Mediterranean and Southeast Asia, it has been part of daily cooking for centuries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are the herb's natural properties. They aren’t a medicine and don’t replace medical advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Store the Dried Basil Leaves in an airtight glass or steel jar. Keep the jar in a cool, dry spot away from moisture and direct sunlight. Best used within 12 months of opening for full aroma and colour. The 3-layer sealed pack of Hathi masala keeps it fresh until opened.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuality You Can Trust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHathi Masala has been part of Indian spice manufacturing since 1952. Our Dried Basil Leaves are cleaned using a 9-step automatic cleaning machine that removes stems, stones, and other fine impurities without human contact at any stage. Every batch is lab-tested for moisture, purity, and safety before dispatch. It contains only the crumbled leaf. No stems. No powder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fssai.gov.in\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFSSAI-Certified\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.iso.org\/iso-22000-food-safety-management.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eISO 22000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Manufacturing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Lab tested every batch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Low moisture drying Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Hygienically Packed. Dedicated sterilization facility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Flavour-locked packaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMore from the Hathi Masala Kitchen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore related categories:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/salts\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - Black Salt, Rock Salt \u0026amp; Pink Salt for better taste and daily use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/blended-spices\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlended Spices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Kitchen King, pav bhaji, chana masala \u0026amp; more\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/collections\/pickle-masala\"\u003ePickle Masala\u003c\/a\u003e, Ready-to-use masala mixes for homemade achars.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hathi Masala","offers":[{"title":"30g","offer_id":44924783034438,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/7790\/8038\/files\/hathi-masala-basil-30g-front.png?v=1775718875","url":"https:\/\/hathimasala.com\/products\/dried-basil","provider":"Hathi Masala","version":"1.0","type":"link"}