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  GourmetSleuth -  Thai Basil
Thai Basil is also know as Sweet Basil or Asian Basil and the Thai name is bai horapa Theses tropical varieties of basil are referred to as "Thai Basil" are slightly sweeter in flavor and are more stable when cooked than the Mediterranean basil.
Basils are normally planted in full sun but some of the Thai varieties such as Siam Queen can take as little as 4 -5 hours of sun a day.
Basil is used abundantly in both cooked dishes, raw in small amounts as well as for garnish.
www.gourmetsleuth.com /thaibasil.htm   (715 words)

  
 Basil Anise to Thai Basil Seeds Large Selection
Basil requires a minimum temp of 12-15 deg C and grown as annuals, all are worthy of growing as ornamentals.
Basil Cinnamon is superb in salads, with vegetables and in soups.
Basil Thai a dwarf anise type can be grown as a pot herb indoors, can be used as a vegetable and in curries.
www.nickys-nursery.co.uk /seeds/pages/herb_basil.htm   (1134 words)

  
 Thai Basil
Thai basil has lush, deep green leaves, purplish flower buds and stems and carries anise overtones to its sweet basil scent.
Sweet Basil, or Anise/Licorice Basil (Bai Horapa): This tropical variety of sweet basil provides the unusual basil flavor present in so many Thai dishes that it has come to be identified as "Thai basil" in America, even though the Vietnamese and Laotians also use lots of it in their cuisines.
Therefore, it is, therefore, sometimes referred to as "anise basil" or "licorice basil," though it is not the same as the Western strain of these basils stocked by local plant nurseries.
www.thaifoodandtravel.com /ingredients/basil.html   (947 words)

  
  Basil - Bulk Spices & Herbs from Avon Spice Company
Basil, also called Sweet Basil, is the dried leaves of the herb Ocimum basilicum, a member of the mint family.
Basil is a small, bushy plant that grows to about 2 feet tall.
Basil is used in tomato sauces, pestos, pizzas, and cheeses.
avonspice.com /db/Basil   (166 words)

  
 Basil - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Basil is most commonly recommended to be used fresh, and in cooked recipes, is generally added at the last moment, as cooking destroys the flavour quickly.
Basil is one of the main ingredients in pesto — a green Italian oil-and-herb sauce from the city of Genoa, its other two main ingredients being olive oil and pine nuts.
Basil is also very popular in Thai cuisine, which uses cultivars of two different species: the type known in the west as Thai Basil, which is a cultivar of O.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Basil_(herb)   (0 words)

  
 Tigers & Strawberries » Thai Basil
Thai basil is one of them–sharper and more pungent than the more familiar European varieties, it never fails to shake the cobwebs from my mind and get my chi flowing.
Thai basil is a necessary ingredient in many Thai dishes, and while for years I was forced to substitute Italian Genovese basil for it, once I found a source for the correct herb and tasted the difference it made in my cooking, I never looked back.
The variety I ended up growing of the Thai basil was Siam Queen, which is a beautiful, vigorous plant, bushy and upright in habit with dark green leaves that shade to purple near the flowering tips.
www.tigersandstrawberries.com /2005/02/02/thai-basil   (0 words)

  
 Thai Kitchen Ingredients
BASIL, HOLY (bai gra pao): The leaves of this basil are not shiny but have a matte finish and distinct serrated edges.
Thai Hom Mali Rice is the indigenous jasmine rice of Thailand.
Thai curries are usually pastes made from fresh herbs and vegetables as opposed to the Madras curry of India that is a blend of various spices ground into a powder.
www.thaikitchen.com /ingredients.html   (0 words)

  
 Minced thai basil leaf - Thai Basil@Everything2.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Thai Basil, or "horapa" in Thai, has a unique flavor unlike other traditional basil such Sizes vary, but the average individual leaf is approx 2" long.
Thai toast with minced pork and Thai herbs served with sweet chilli relish.
The riveting basil fried rice ($5.95; $6.95 shrimp) is laced with chicken, scrambled egg, chopped jalapeño and Thai basil leaves.
infosvc.com /ifsv/minced-thai-basil-leaf.htm   (0 words)

  
 Thai Basil
Few Thai restaurants can boast a chef with the credentials of Nongkran Daks, who ran a restaurant in Thailand, cooked in Laos, Beijing, and Honolulu, and merits membership in Les Dames d'Escoffier, the prestigious organization of women food-and-wine professionals.
Thai curries, unlike Indian curries, are made from chili paste and are often described by the color of the paste, as in red, green, or yellow curry.
Many Thai restaurants advise diners that a particular dish might be searing, medium, or mild through the use of stars, chilies, or another symbol on the menu.
www.washingtonian.com /dining/Profiles/thaibasil.html   (0 words)

  
 Thai Basil   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
A green chili curry and coconut milk with bamboo shoots, Thai eggplant, green peas, peppers, and sweet basil leaves.
Thai sweet and sour vegetable dish with cucumbers, onions, babycorn, tomatoes, tofu, pineapple, red beans, peppers, and scallions.
Thai native fried rice served with wedge of lime and refreshing cucumber slices.
www.corpcatering.com /menus/thaibasil_menu.html   (0 words)

  
 Thai Basil - The Boston Globe
With its purple stems and blossoms, the striking Thai basil has an effusive clove scent.
Using Thai basil instead of regular basil is like playing a chord versus a single note, says South Dartmouth grower Eva Sommaripa of Eva's Garden.
Thai cooks call the plant bai horata and add the herb uncooked to dishes at the last minute.
www.boston.com /ae/food/articles/2005/07/13/thai_basil   (0 words)

  
 Thai Basil, fresh, available online from ImportFood.com
Thai basil, or "horapa" in Thai, has a unique flavor unlike other traditional basil such as Italian.
We are pleased to offer a large bunch of fresh Thai basil which will arrive within 2 days after shipment, and we ship at the beginning of every week.
This is a great deal considering the same basil is offered in a little plastic container at a local grocery store at $3.95 for one ounce.
importfood.com /thai_basil.html   (558 words)

  
 Gourmet Food Shop >> Fresh Thai basil - 16 oz (approx 30 stalks)
Thai basil, or "horapa" in Thai, has a unique flavor unlike other traditional basil such as Italian.
Fresh basil is added to a variety of soups and curry, as well as a popular garnish to be eaten fresh.
We are pleased to offer a large bunch of fresh Thai basil which will arrive within 2 days after shipment, and we ship at the beginning of every week.
www.advancingwomen.com /gourmetfoodshop/?Operation=ItemLookup&ItemId=B000EPPBRS   (255 words)

  
 PepperFool.com Thai Recipes...Thai Chicken with Basil
Thai basil is a larger plant, usually has dull green leaves with purplish stems and is very pungent.
The little tiny Thai red kii noo chili peppers are also important, I don't know how serranos would work but I have used habenero pepper as a substitute.
Transfer the chicken mixture to a serving platter, garnish with leftover basil leaves, and serve hot with steamed rice.
www.pepperfool.com /recipes/thai/thai_chickenbasil.html   (0 words)

  
 Thai Basil in Tempe taps ASU
Thai Basil debuted in late August at 403 W. University Drive, between Mill Avenue and Priest Drive.
Thai Basil offers standard Thai favorites, including red and green curry dishes, pad Thai and the restaurant's signature dish, Thai basil, which includes sautéed Thai basil with a spicy garlic sauce, zucchini, mushrooms, bamboo shoots, bell pepper, green beans, onions and a choice of chicken, pork or beef.
Thai Basil is open for lunch from 11 a.m.
www.azcentral.com /community/chandler/articles/0923evdining23Z6.html   (0 words)

  
 Thai Spicy Basil Chicken   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
This is one of my favorite Thai dishes, and it took a few tries to get close to the way it's made at some of my favorite Thai restaurants (I'm pretty good in the kitchen, but not that good).
Leave the fresh basil leaves whole; the flowers may also be used.
Stir-fry another half a minute, or until the basil is wilted and the chicken is cooked through.
home.nc.rr.com /midtermproject/basilChicken.html   (0 words)

  
 Thai Basil|Atlanta - Research Atlanta Restaurants and read user reviews and information about Thai Basil and ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
"elegant and opulent, thai basil recently opened with little fanfare, but its reputation is growing quickly, mostly by word of mouth.
"a regular destination for shoppers and nearby office workers, thai basil is a mix of softly lit, comfortable green-on-green decor and quiet atmosphere.
"peachtree rd nw ste 130 atlanta, ga the scenea regular destination for shoppers and nearby office workers, thai basil is a mix of softly lit, comfortable green-on-green decor and quiet atmosphere.
www.openlist.com /restaurants-view-thai_basil6.htm   (0 words)

  
 MetroActive Dining | Thai Basil
Thai a Little Tenderness: Tan Manichanh, chef and owner of Capitola Village's Thai Basil, creates spicy, flavorful dishes like Tom Kah Kai (spicy chicken salad) and coconut soup with lemon grass and chicken.
Given the tininess of Thai Basil, it's made a reputation for itself as a popular takeout venue.
At Thai Basil, the heat is on--but it never comes on as a cheap trick.
www.metroactive.com /papers/cruz/01.15.98/dining-9802.html   (0 words)

  
 Thai Food Ingredients | Cooking | Temple of Thai   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Basil: European basil can be used as a substitue for all varieties if you cannot find the Thai varieties.
Holy basil (bai grapow) There are two types of holy basil: a pale green or white type, and a red type, with purple reddish tinged leaves.
Thai chili peppers (prik) (fresh and dried): Perhaps the most famous ingredient in Thai cuisine is the small fresh chili, known as prik kee noo, literally 'mouse dropping chili'.
www.templeofthai.com /cooking/ingredients.php   (0 words)

  
 Metroactive Dining | Thai Basil
Thai Basil is the perfect payoff for a journey into the heart of Capitola Village
Entrees arrived in a very timely fashion: the eggplant with cashews in a roasted chile basil sauce ($7.50) was rich, thick and savory, with sweet fish sauce flavor to match the depth of roasted chile.
Thai Basil is truly a hole-in-the-wall treasure to stumble upon, no matter what time of year.
www.metroactive.com /papers/cruz/09.14.05/dining-0537.html   (0 words)

  
 Thai basil - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
There are three types of basil commonly used in Thai cooking, however this page refers to the most common one, which is known as Horopa in Thai.
Thai basil is an Cultivar Group of Basil.
It is often confused with Holy basil which has a smaller, slightly hairy leaves and an aroma akin to that of cloves.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Thai_Basil   (0 words)

  
 Thai Food, Recipes, Sauce, Curry
Thai Taste is a UK owned brand, offering a range of authentic Thai ingredients and quick cook sauces made in Thailand.
Thai Taste ingredients are all the tools that everyone, from the novice to the professional, will need to create Thai food as the Thais eat.
Thai food is essentially a mixture of salt, sweet, sour, bitter and hot.
www.thai-taste.co.uk   (245 words)

  
 DigsMagazine.com | recipes: THAI BASIL CHICKEN
Thai basil, also called holy basil, has a slightly more pronounced anise flavor than sweet Italian basil.
It's not commonly found in U.S. supermarkets, so unless you or someone you know is growing it in the garden (thanks Jessica for giving me a bunch!), you'll probably have to substitute with sweet basil.
the basil leaves; stir-fry until the leaves are wilted.
www.digsmagazine.com /recipes/recipe_thaibasilchicken.htm   (180 words)

  
 Thai Kitchen: Authentic Thai Restaurant. Edgewater, New Jersey - Dinner   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Thai traditional fried rice w.tomato, onion, scallions, egg and choice of shrimp or crab.
Thai traditional fried rice w.tomato, onion, egg and scallions w.choice of chicken, beef or pork.
Thai fried rice w.shrimp, pineapple, scallion and egg.
www.thaifoodkitchen.com /319635.html   (0 words)

  
 Thai Basil   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Fragrant and flavorful, this All-America Award Winning variety can be used in a wide range of Thai, Vietnamese and other ethnic cuisine.
Siam Queen can be grown in the landscape, or on the patio in containers, alone or alongside other herbs.
Don't plant Basil outside too early if the weather is cold and wet.
www.humeseeds.com /basilt.htm   (0 words)

  
 Thai Basil|Boston - Research Boston Restaurants and read user reviews and information about Thai Basil and Restaurants ...
"thai basil prides itself on healthy entrees that donit include corn oil or msg.
"a popular basement place with snazzy fl tiles, mirrors and banquettes, thai basil serves standards like pad thai, aromatic chicken-coconut soup and chili-laced tofu sauteed with vegetables...
"in newbury streetis prettiest thai restaurant, the long, narrow room is a study in fl right down to the fl tile floor.
www.openlist.com /restaurants-view-thai_basil7.htm   (0 words)

  
 ,SWEET BASIL, PLANT, LIVE, HERB PLANTS, AS LOW AS $1.OO EACH
Basils are loaded with volatile oils, responsible for the heady aroma and strong flavor so essential to cooking.
Large Leaf Italian basil is regarded as the essential variety for true Neapolitan cuisine, especially pesto.
This Genovese-type basil grows 18 to 24 inches high and 12 to 15 inches wide.
www.goodearthliveherbs.com /sweet_basil_live_herb_plant   (213 words)

  
 Stir Fry Chicken with Basil (Gai Pad Graprow) | Recipes | Temple of Thai   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Chicken stir-fried with holy basil is a favorite Thai dish for many Westerners.
I have also tried it with a mixture of fresh Thai sweet basil (bai horapa) and fresh mint leaves with good results.
For more information on the different types of Thai basil see our about ingredients page.
www.templeofthai.com /recipes/basil_chicken.php   (0 words)

  
 Basil Eggplant Recipe -- ThaiTable.com
When it is sliced into a small disk, it tends to stick to the bottom of the pan and makes it difficult to flip or turn.
Pick the leaves from the stem of the Thai basil.
Add Thai basil and quickly stir to heat the basil, so that it retains it color.
www.thaitable.com /Thai/recipes/Basil_Eggplant.htm   (0 words)

  
 Thai Basil   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
I was not quite as enamored of Thai Basil as Dave, but then we went late on a Saturday afternoon, when restaurants are often not at their best.
Throwing the old real estate adage “location, location, location” to the wind, Thai Basil is well-hidden at the other end of the same nondescript strip mall that houses Picante.
Thai Basil serves up your usual menu of Thai favorites with careful attention to freshness, especially where its namesake basil is concerned.
www.food-plan.org /restaurant.cgi?restid=524   (0 words)

  
 Cooking Light Community - Any good recipes using Thai basil
Pesto made from Thai Basil (or holy basil) is also really great.
Stir in the basil, transfer to a platter and serve.
I steeped a lot of thai basil in barely simmering cream (do not boil the cream!) for a long time until the Thai basil flavor was very strong.
community.cookinglight.com /printthread.php?threadid=62868   (0 words)

  
 Basil Thai - The not so ordinary Thai restaurant in SOMA San Francisco
What sets this Thai restaurant apart is its stylish interior crafted by co-owner Todd Sirimongkolvit, an architecture student at UC Berkeley.
The wall between the restaurant and the building next door has been opened up with floor-to-ceiling glass bricks, and the large expanses have been broken up with yellow columns.
We've been working hard to bring the best of the Thai spirit to the Bay Area and if you haven't noticed yet that includes loads of fun and damn good food.
www.basilthai.com   (245 words)

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