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Harvest often and remove flower spikes to delay seeding. Trim leaves or harvest entire stems, leaving 4–6 inches of growth. Flowers are edible.
Sweet Thai Basil is commonly found in Southeast Asia and boasts a slightly spicy anise flavor. Because of the intense flavor, it is sometimes called Anise Basil or Licorice Basil. Thai Basil is ubiquitous in Vietnamese and Thai cuisine and is often used in pho, pad thai, and curry.
Sweet Thai Basil has an intense spicy basil flavor with notes of clove and anise. Fresh leaves can be added to traditional Vietnamese and Thai dishes for an incredible, authentic flavor. Substitute Sweet Thai Basil for Genovese Basil to add a subtle licorice flavor to your traditional dishes. The flowers are edible and can serve as a beautiful garnish in coolers or mixed drinks.
