Basil Garnishing Oil 200ml

Basil Flavoured Oil

Basil Garnishing Oil is a vibrant finishing oil infused with the fresh, aromatic flavour of basil. Designed for drizzling and plating, it adds a bright green colour and a delicate herb fragrance that brings dishes to life. The flavour is clean and gently sweet with the familiar character of fresh basil leaves, making it a natural companion to Mediterranean cooking and simple seasonal ingredients.

This basil garnish oil is not intended for frying or cooking but for finishing dishes just before serving. Its smooth, light texture allows it to spread easily across the plate, creating an attractive glossy finish while adding a subtle herbal lift. A small drizzle can bring freshness to tomato based dishes, pasta, seafood and grilled vegetables while giving plates the kind of presentation usually associated with restaurant kitchens.

The oil is supplied in a practical 200ml bottle with a precision dispensing plug, allowing controlled drizzling when plating food. Whether you are finishing a bowl of tomato soup, adding colour to a mozzarella salad or dressing grilled fish, basil garnishing oil is an easy way to introduce fresh herb flavour and professional style presentation to everyday cooking.

Key Features:

• 200ml bottle.
• Designed specifically for finishing and plating dishes.
• Precision dispensing plug for controlled pouring.
• Lightweight plastic bottle suitable for professional and home kitchens.
• Bright green oil that enhances colour and presentation.
• Ideal for Mediterranean dishes, pasta and seafood.

Recipe Inspiration:

• Tomato and mozzarella salad: Drizzle basil oil over ripe tomatoes and mozzarella with sea salt for a simple Mediterranean style starter.
• Pasta with roasted vegetables: Finish a bowl of roasted vegetable pasta with a swirl of basil garnishing oil for fresh herbal aroma.
• Creamy tomato soup: Add a spiral of basil oil across the surface of tomato soup to introduce colour and fragrance.
• Grilled sea bass with basil oil: Serve grilled sea bass with lemon and a light drizzle of basil oil for a fresh, balanced finish.

Why is basil oil commonly used in restaurant plating?

Basil oil is valued for its vibrant green colour and fresh herbal aroma. When drizzled onto plates it creates visual contrast and signals the presence of fresh herbs in the dish.

What foods pair best with basil flavoured oil?

Basil works particularly well with tomatoes, pasta, seafood, grilled vegetables and soft cheeses such as mozzarella or burrata. Its gentle sweetness balances acidity and richness in many Mediterranean recipes.

Can basil garnishing oil be used in cold dishes?

Yes, it is particularly effective in cold dishes where the flavour remains fresh and clear. It can be drizzled over salads, carpaccio, cold pasta salads or antipasti style plates.

Ingredients:

Rapeseed oil, olive oil (20%), natural basil flavour, natural colour E141, vegetable extract.

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