GU Dried sweet basil leaves in a jar with flowering sweet basil plants

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Prep Guides

Classic Tomato-Basil Sauce (Quick)

Warm 2 tbsp oil; sauté garlic/onion 1-2 min.
Add 400 g crushed tomatoes, salt & pepper; simmer 12-15 min.
Stir in 1-2 tsp dried basil; cook 1-2 min more. Serve with pasta or stew base.

Basil Oil (Cold Infusion)

Add 2 tbsp dried basil to a clean jar; pour in 250 ml neutral or olive oil.
Seal and steep 3-5 days at room temp, shaking daily.
Strain through a fine sieve/cloth. Use for dressings, drizzles and marinades.

Basil Tea (Culinary Beverage)

Add 1-2 tsp leaves to 250 ml hot water.
Steep 5-10 minutes; strain. Sweeten with honey or enjoy plain.

Dietary Info

Gluten FreeGrain FreeVeganNon G M O

Origin

Country: Nigeria

Processing

Drying: air/solar

Packaging

Type: stand-up pouch
Material: food-grade
Resealable: Yes

Storage & Shelf Life

Unopened: 12 months
After opening: 6 months
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Reseal tightly after each use.

FAQs

How much dried basil equals fresh?

As a guide, 1 tsp dried ≈ 1 tbsp fresh basil. Adjust to taste.

Can I use it in Nigerian stews and jollof?

Yes—add a pinch towards the end for a bright, aromatic lift in tomato-based stews and jollof.

Can I make basil tea?

Yes—steep in hot water for a simple herbal beverage. It’s caffeine-free.

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Dried Sweet Basil - Aromatic & Versatile

Aromatic dried basil for sauces, marinades, dressings & pizza/pasta. Same-day Remo pickup; fast Lagos & Ibadan delivery; nationwide shipping.

Staple for tomato sauces, soups & stews
Great in marinades, salad dressings & grill rubs
Finishing touch for pizza, pasta, eggs & snacks
Air/solar-dried; sealed for freshness

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₦7,800₦8,400

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Fragrant sweet basil leaves, gently air/solar-dried to lock in their classic aroma. Perfect for tomato sauces and stews, quick marinades and rubs, salad dressings, pizza and pasta finishing, eggs and omelettes, popcorn or roasted nuts, and even a soothing basil tea. Packed in resealable food-grade pouches for freshness.

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Priority Fulfillment & Delivery

Same-day pickup in Remo towns (Iperu Remo, Sagamu, Ilishan). Fast next-day delivery to Lagos & Ibadan. Nationwide shipping available.

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Ways to Use

Tomato sauces, soups & stews (finish towards the end)
Quick marinades & dry rubs for chicken, fish or tofu
Salad dressings & oil/vinegar infusions
Pizza & pasta finishing; garlic bread & herb butter
Breakfast eggs/omelettes; sprinkle on popcorn or roasted nuts
Simple basil tea or warm infusion (culinary beverage)

Fresh from Our Farm in Iperu Remo

Grown and gently dried in Iperu Remo, Ogun State by Green Unison—bringing you the classic, comforting aroma of sweet basil for everyday Nigerian kitchens and beyond.

Processing & Quality Assurance

Low-heat air/solar drying helps preserve aroma and colour.
Handled with food-safe tools; briefly stored in BPA-free or stainless containers before packing.
Small-batch packing with freshness checks.
Resealable, airtight stand-up pouches to keep out moisture.

Verified Claims

Produced in small batches for consistency and freshness
Carefully dried and stored in food-safe conditions to retain natural quality
Packaged in airtight, resealable pouches to prevent moisture and contamination

Order aromatic sweet basil for sauces, marinades, and everyday cooking.