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BASIL
There are three vaieties of basil that are used in Thai cuisine. Bai
Horapha tastes rather like anise, looks like sweet basil, and is used in
red and green curries. Bai Manglaek has a lemony flavour; tiny leaves and
is usually sprinkled over salads or used in soups. Bai Grapao has a
clove-like taste and purple reddish tinged leaves. It doesn't stor well,
so buy just before you intend to use it. European basil can be used as a
substitue for all varieties if you can't find the Thai varieties. Basil
has a strong flavour, so don't use more than the recipe states. Some
nurseries sell Thai basil, so try growing your own.
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