Italian basil — โหระพาอิตาเลียน (Horapha Italian) — Ocimum basilicum
Aug 14, 2024
Italian basil, known in Thai as โหระพาอิตาเลียน (Horapha Italian) and scientifically as Ocimum basilicum, is a key ingredient in Italian cuisine. It’s especially prized for making spaghetti al pesto and other Italian dishes, where its sweet, slightly peppery flavor and smooth leaves are preferred.
While Thai sweet basil (โหระพา or bai horapha) is commonly used in Thai cooking for its anise-like aroma and spicier flavor, Italian basil is better suited for Western dishes, providing a more authentic taste to recipes like pesto, caprese salad, and marinara sauce. The subtle difference in flavor profiles makes Italian basil a better choice for bringing out the best in Italian dishes.
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