{"product_id":"thai-basil","title":"Thai Basil - Holy Basil (थाई बेसिल)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e🌿 Thai Basil - Holy Basil (थाई बेसिल) — The Aromatic Soul of Asian Cuisine\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThai Basil — known in Chinese as Jiǔ Céng Tǎ (九层塔), meaning \"Nine-Layer Tower\" — is one of the most intensely aromatic and distinctive herbs in all of Asian cuisine. Unlike the mild, sweet Italian basil familiar to Western cooks, Thai Basil carries a bold, complex fragrance that blends anise, clove, and pepper into something uniquely its own. It is the defining herb of Thai stir-fries, Vietnamese pho, Taiwanese three-cup chicken, and Korean herb wraps — and it transforms any dish it enters with an unmistakable character. Cultivated with care at RUBY FARM, our Thai Basil is harvested at peak aroma — vibrant, fragrant, and ready to bring authentic flavor to your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🌟 Why It's Perfect for Your Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntensely Aromatic \u0026amp; Distinctive\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bold anise and clove notes with a peppery finish — a fragrance and flavor profile unlike any other herb.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat-Stable Unlike Italian Basil\u003c\/strong\u003e — Holds its aroma beautifully at high heat — the ideal herb for stir-fries, curries, and hot dishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Finishing Herb\u003c\/strong\u003e — Added in the last 30 seconds of cooking or scattered fresh over a finished dish for a dramatic burst of aroma and color.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpans Seven Culinary Traditions\u003c\/strong\u003e — Indian, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, Korean, and Western — one herb, endless possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🍽️ How It's Used Across Cuisines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003e🇮🇳 Indian Cuisine\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTulsi chai\u003c\/strong\u003e — steep fresh leaves in hot water with ginger and honey for the classic Ayurvedic warming tea for colds and stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSouth Indian curries\u003c\/strong\u003e — added to coconut-based fish and chicken curries in Kerala and Tamil Nadu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNortheast Indian cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e — used in Manipuri and Assamese stir-fries and chutneys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: coconut milk, curry leaves, green chili, turmeric, ginger, mustard seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e🇨🇳 Chinese Cuisine\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-Cup Chicken (San Bei Ji)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most iconic Thai Basil dish; braised chicken with soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice wine, finished with a generous handful of Thai Basil — non-negotiable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeafood stir-fry\u003c\/strong\u003e — pairs beautifully with clams, squid, and prawns with garlic, chili, and black bean sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaiwanese basil fried rice\u003c\/strong\u003e — torn leaves stirred into hot fried rice at the last moment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: soy sauce, sesame oil, Shaoxing rice wine, oyster sauce, garlic, chili\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e🇹🇭 Thai Cuisine\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePad Krapow (Thai Basil stir-fry)\u003c\/strong\u003e — minced pork or chicken with garlic, chili, fish sauce, and oyster sauce, finished with Thai Basil — Thailand's most beloved street food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThai green \u0026amp; red curry\u003c\/strong\u003e — stir in whole leaves in the last minute of cooking for a fresh aromatic layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThai basil fried egg (Kai Dao)\u003c\/strong\u003e — crispy fried egg served over rice with Thai Basil stir-fry — a classic Thai comfort meal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: fish sauce, coconut milk, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime, chili\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e🇻🇳 Vietnamese Cuisine\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePho\u003c\/strong\u003e — served fresh on the side; tear leaves into the hot broth just before eating for a fragrant herbal lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBun bo Hue\u003c\/strong\u003e — added fresh to the spicy beef noodle soup as a table herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh spring rolls (Gỏi cuốn)\u003c\/strong\u003e — whole leaves tucked inside rice paper rolls alongside shrimp, pork, and vermicelli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: fish sauce, lime, lemongrass, chili, mint, rice noodles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e🇯🇵 Japanese Cuisine\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTempura\u003c\/strong\u003e — whole leaves coated in light tempura batter and fried until crispy — a stunning, aromatic snack or appetizer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRamen garnish\u003c\/strong\u003e — used as a fresh herb garnish on fusion ramen bowls for an aromatic Southeast Asian twist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfused sake or shochu\u003c\/strong\u003e — steep leaves in sake for a fragrant herbal cocktail base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: dashi, miso, soy sauce, mirin, sake, sesame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e🇰🇷 Korean Cuisine\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerb wraps (Ssam)\u003c\/strong\u003e — use large leaves as a wrap for grilled pork belly (samgyeopsal) or beef alongside garlic and gochujang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKimchi variation\u003c\/strong\u003e — occasionally used in specialty kimchi preparations for a fragrant, anise-forward flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePajeon (savory pancake)\u003c\/strong\u003e — fold into the batter for a fragrant herb pancake variation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: gochujang, doenjang, sesame oil, garlic, soy sauce, rice wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e🇪🇺 Western \u0026amp; Dessert Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsian-fusion pizza\u003c\/strong\u003e — use as a bold substitute for Italian basil on Margherita pizza — the anise notes pair beautifully with mozzarella and tomato\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePasta\u003c\/strong\u003e — stir torn leaves into tomato-based pasta sauces at the end of cooking for an exotic aromatic twist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIce cream \u0026amp; sorbet\u003c\/strong\u003e — infuse cream or simple syrup with Thai Basil for a sophisticated, floral-anise ice cream or sorbet — pairs exceptionally well with strawberry, mango, lemon, and coconut flavors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCocktails \u0026amp; mocktails\u003c\/strong\u003e — muddle fresh leaves with lime and simple syrup for a fragrant Southeast Asian-inspired drink base; pairs well with gin, vodka, and sparkling water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfused oil\u003c\/strong\u003e — blend with olive oil for a fragrant drizzle over bruschetta, grilled fish, or roasted vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: strawberry, mango, lemon, coconut, tomato, mozzarella, cream, gin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Key Nutritional Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThai Basil is used as a culinary herb in small quantities — its primary value is flavor and aroma. Active compounds include eugenol (anti-inflammatory, the same compound found in cloves) and rosmarinic acid (antioxidant). As a finishing herb, nutritional contribution per serving is modest — its true power is in flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Who Should Not Use or Should Take Caution\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePregnant women — avoid large amounts:\u003c\/strong\u003e contains estragole and eugenol which in large medicinal doses may stimulate uterine contractions; normal culinary garnish amounts are generally safe, but medicinal-quantity consumption should be avoided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlood thinners (warfarin):\u003c\/strong\u003e contains Vitamin K and eugenol which may interact with anticoagulant medication; consult a doctor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-surgery:\u003c\/strong\u003e eugenol has mild blood-thinning properties; discontinue large amounts before surgery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBasil \/ Lamiaceae family allergy:\u003c\/strong\u003e those with known allergies to mint, perilla, or other mint-family herbs may have cross-reactivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfants and young children:\u003c\/strong\u003e strong volatile oils not recommended in concentrated form; use sparingly in cooked dishes only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormal culinary use as a garnish or cooking herb is safe for most healthy adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🏡 Why It's Recommended For Your Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshly grown at RUBY FARM — no preservatives, no chemicals, harvested at peak aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpans seven culinary traditions — Indian, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, Korean, and Western\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-stable and versatile — works in stir-fries, curries, soups, teas, desserts, and cocktails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA rare specialty herb that brings genuine restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce you cook with fresh Thai Basil, dried herbs will never feel like enough again\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RUBY FARM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52479839371576,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"NPR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7555\/3592\/files\/016_001.webp?v=1780922925","url":"https:\/\/rubyvalleygreenland.com\/en-np\/products\/thai-basil","provider":"RUBY FARM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}