Basil Salt
Using fresh basil to salt to create the perfect dried seasoning for so many uses.
Equipment
- 1 Baking sheet with sides
- 1 oven
- 1 food processor
- measuring cups
Ingredients
- equal parts fresh basil
- equal parts coarse salt, Kosher, sea salt or sea flakes
Instructions
- Wash basil leaves with cool water and pat to dry.
- Preheat oven to 150° F.
- Line baking sheet with sides with parchment paper.
- Add basil to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped and ground. NOTE: I took the basil out of the food processor and measured to make sure I added an equal part of salt back into the food processor with the basil.
- Add equal part of coarse salt with the basil back into food processor and pulse a few times to mix well.
- Add parchment paper to a baking sheet with sides.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the parchment paper.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated LOW oven and stir occasionally until completely dry. This may take longer than 25 minutes...just monitor for dryness.
- Once dry, cool completely before storing in a clean jar with a tight lid.
- NOTE: If you want a finer salt, after salt has cooled, add back to the food processor and pulse a few times again to make it a finer salt.
- Keep in your pantry until ready to use. The basil salt will keep its vibrant color and wonderful flavor and aroma for months.
Notes
Basil salt is the perfect seasoning for so many soups, sauces, pastas, salads, meats and garden tomatoes. Easy to make and store. Create now for a perfect Christmas gift later!