Basil Paste
What is Basil Paste?
Basil paste is a concentrated preparation made from fresh basil leaves, often blended with ingredients like oil, garlic, and sometimes nuts or cheese. It captures the intense, aromatic flavour of basil in a convenient, shelf-stable form.
Is Basil Paste a major allergen?
Basil paste itself is not one of the 14 major allergens.
What is Basil Paste used for?
Manufacturers use basil paste primarily to impart a strong, fresh basil flavour to a wide range of savoury dishes.
Is Basil Paste safe?
Basil paste is typically considered a food ingredient rather than a food additive and is not assigned an E-number.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use basil paste primarily to impart a strong, fresh basil flavour to a wide range of savoury dishes. It is commonly found in pasta sauces, pesto, soups, marinades, and as a flavouring in stuffed pastas and salads.
Health notes
Basil paste is typically considered a food ingredient rather than a food additive and is not assigned an E-number. Its health implications are related to the nutritional profile of its components, such as basil and oil. The UK's Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) oversee food ingredient safety. There are no widespread controversies or specific regulatory concerns associated with the typical use of basil paste in food.
Allergen info
Basil paste itself is not one of the 14 major allergens. However, depending on the specific recipe, it may contain or be prepared with ingredients that are allergens, such as nuts (tree nuts) or cheese (milk). Check product labels for specific allergen information.
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