Dried Scent Leaves (Ocimum gratissimum)

Dried Scent Leaves (Ocimum gratissimum) – Aromatic African Basil

Bring the rich aromas of African cooking into your kitchen with Flourish Palmera Dried Scent Leaves, botanically known as Ocimum gratissimum. Commonly called African basil, this aromatic herb is widely used in Nigerian and other West African cuisines to add a distinctive fragrance and flavour to everyday meals.

Scent leaves are a versatile cooking ingredient, suitable for traditional soups, stews, sauces, and a variety of savoury recipes. Whether you are preparing Nigerian pepper soup, seasoning a hearty stew, or experimenting with African-inspired dishes, dried scent leaves are a practical addition to your spice and herb collection.

Product Features

• Botanical name: Ocimum gratissimum
• Common names: Scent leaf, African basil, clove basil
• Local name: Efirin (Yoruba); Nchuanwu (Igbo)
• Product form: Dried leaves
• Cuisine: Nigerian, West African and other African cuisines
• Aromatic flavour: Adds a distinctive herbal fragrance to savoury dishes.
• Versatile use: Suitable for soups, stews, sauces, pepper soup and other recipes.

How to Use Dried Scent Leaves

1. Inspect the dried leaves and remove any unwanted particles.
2. Crumble the leaves gently if a finer texture is preferred.
3. Add to soups, stews, sauces, or other savoury dishes during cooking.
4. Adjust the quantity to suit your preferred aroma and flavour.

For the best flavour, add the leaves at a stage in cooking that suits your recipe.