Holy basil is a basil variety with a peppery, clove-like flavor, used in Thai stir-fries and in Indian cooking and tea, where it is called tulsi.

Is holy basil the same as Thai basil?

No. Thai basil has a sweet, anise-like flavor and is used in pho and curries, while holy basil is hotter and more peppery and is used in pad kra pao.

What is holy basil used for in cooking?

It is most famous in pad kra pao, a Thai stir-fry with chilies, garlic, and meat. It is also used in Thai stir-fried seafood and in tulsi tea.

Where can I buy holy basil near me?

Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options. Weee! lists Thai Holy Basil 0.5 lb, Thai Holy Basil Cubes (frozen) 120 g, and dried Holy Basil (Tulsi) Leaves.

How do I store fresh holy basil?

Wrap the stems in a damp paper towel and refrigerate in a bag for a short time, or freeze it. Use it soon because the leaves wilt and darken quickly.

Can I use frozen holy basil cubes?

Yes. Add the frozen cubes straight into a hot pan at the end of cooking so the herb flavor stays bright.

What can I substitute for holy basil?

Thai basil with a pinch of black pepper is the closest substitute. Regular Italian basil will give a milder flavor.

What is a ready-made option for pad kra pao?

Weee! lists seasonings and sauces such as DEK SOM BOON Thai Pad Kaprao Cooking Sauce, S&B Saikan Gapao Base, and Ros Dee Pad Kra Pao Seasoning. Follow the package directions.

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Where to buy holy basil near me?

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Top 5 products for Holy Basil

#1

Thai Holy Basil 0.5 lb

Thai Holy Basil, 0.5 lb. Fresh holy basil leaves with a peppery, clove-like aroma for pad kra pao and Thai stir-fries. Add at the end of cooking.

$5.99 - $6.29

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Nattaka
Arrived in the good shape. Still look fresh. And good amount for the price
ImSmileS
I’m so surprised because it’s a huge bag feels like it’s more than just 0.5 lb. Nice and fresh
Emmy
smell good
NamPriyanatSaengmaung
It is a lot for one order and it is so fresh!
Van
The real Thai Kra pao basil finally!!!!!! Made really yummy kra pao today. So happy!!
willmest19
Omg I can’t thank Weee enough to have these Thai basil in stock.
Narumon
OMG ,I love it
wijitras
OMG!!! Real Thai holy basil!! This is exactly how Pad Krapow should be. Please keep it in stock forever — I’ll keep buying this from Weee! till the end of time
AB
Delivered in great shape. They are fresh as expected.
Frankky
Real Thai Holy Basil But, some of them are not fresh

#2

Thai Holy Basil Cubes, Frozen 120 g

Thai Holy Basil Cubes, frozen, 120 g. Frozen holy basil portions you can drop into a hot pan. A convenient way to keep the herb on hand between shopping trips.

$2.69 - $3.29

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psharoonsiri
Hope it taste like fresh one
Van vuren
The basil chicken dishes here are all delicious... especially the spicy salad!
InthiraPadee
I used it to make a spicy stir-fried basil dish with century eggs. The basil aroma was quite nice.
54 Puntharee
It's delicious! I've ordered it a million times and will continue to order it again and again.
tanatbrew
Best for my Pad Kaprow
P
Everything came in frozen and fresh
Alisa
Excited to make some Thai basil tonight
weee.14410346
Very good idea!!! Easy to use love love
weee.14748748
good quality!
Paul
Thai holy basil for pad krapaw.

#3

Thai Holy Basil Cube, Frozen 120 g

Thai Holy Basil Cube, frozen, 120 g. Frozen holy basil for stir-fries, fried rice, and Thai sauces without washing or picking leaves. Add straight from the freezer.

$3.19 - $3.99

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JoJo
Love pad kra pow!
weee.14748748
pad ga prow for dinner!
Peekaboowooo
Easy to use for many dish
pemachox
Can’t wait to see how it turns out when I use it for my Thai dish.
Phimporn
Good packaging
ArayaAutama
So good even came with the ice pack
weee.13889030
Still frozen good
weee.9551606
not bad. but I'd prefer the fresh holy basil more

#4

2.6 Oz Dried Holy Basil Leaves, Pure Tulsi leaves 2.6 oz

Dried Holy Basil Leaves (pure tulsi), 2.6 oz. Dried leaves sold for brewing tulsi tea or for use as a dried herb. Check the label for directions.

$8.99

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#5

DEK SOM BOON Thai Pad Kaprao Cooking Sauce 330g 11.64 oz

DEK SOM BOON Thai Pad Kaprao Cooking Sauce, 330 g. A ready sauce for pad kra pao stir-fry. Fry minced meat, add the sauce and fresh holy basil, and serve over rice.

$7.19

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lrobinsonanny
Just want to give it a try

Popular recipes

Pad Kra Pao (Thai Holy Basil Stir-Fry)

Minced pork or chicken stir-fried with chilies, garlic, and holy basil, served over jasmine rice with a fried egg. Use DEK SOM BOON Pad Kaprao Cooking Sauce for the sauce.

Gapao Chicken Rice

A one-pan chicken stir-fry with holy basil and a savory sauce served on rice. YAMAMORI Thai Gapao Chicken Rice Seasoning is a convenient base.

Spicy Holy Basil Fried Rice

Fried rice flavored with chili paste and holy basil leaves. Por Kwan Chili Paste with Holy Basil adds a spicy, savory kick.

Tulsi Tea

A simple herbal tea steeped from tulsi (holy basil) leaves or Silverpot Tulsi tea bags. Add ginger or honey if you like.

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Frequently asked questions

What is holy basil?
Holy basil is a basil variety with a peppery, clove-like flavor, used in Thai stir-fries and in Indian cooking and tea, where it is called tulsi.
What is holy basil used for in cooking?
It is most famous in pad kra pao, a Thai stir-fry with chilies, garlic, and meat. It is also used in Thai stir-fried seafood and in tulsi tea.
How do I store fresh holy basil?
Wrap the stems in a damp paper towel and refrigerate in a bag for a short time, or freeze it. Use it soon because the leaves wilt and darken quickly.
What can I substitute for holy basil?
Thai basil with a pinch of black pepper is the closest substitute. Regular Italian basil will give a milder flavor.

Is holy basil the same as Thai basil?
No. Thai basil has a sweet, anise-like flavor and is used in pho and curries, while holy basil is hotter and more peppery and is used in pad kra pao.
Where can I buy holy basil near me?
Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options. Weee! lists Thai Holy Basil 0.5 lb, Thai Holy Basil Cubes (frozen) 120 g, and dried Holy Basil (Tulsi) Leaves.
Can I use frozen holy basil cubes?
Yes. Add the frozen cubes straight into a hot pan at the end of cooking so the herb flavor stays bright.
What is a ready-made option for pad kra pao?
Weee! lists seasonings and sauces such as DEK SOM BOON Thai Pad Kaprao Cooking Sauce, S&B Saikan Gapao Base, and Ros Dee Pad Kra Pao Seasoning. Follow the package directions.

Nattaka
Arrived in the good shape. Still look fresh. And good amount for the price
ImSmileS
I’m so surprised because it’s a huge bag feels like it’s more than just 0.5 lb. Nice and fresh
Emmy
smell good
NamPriyanatSaengmaung
It is a lot for one order and it is so fresh!
Van
The real Thai Kra pao basil finally!!!!!! Made really yummy kra pao today. So happy!!
willmest19
Omg I can’t thank Weee enough to have these Thai basil in stock.
Narumon
OMG ,I love it
wijitras
OMG!!! Real Thai holy basil!! This is exactly how Pad Krapow should be. Please keep it in stock forever — I’ll keep buying this from Weee! till the end of time
AB
Delivered in great shape. They are fresh as expected.
Frankky
Real Thai Holy Basil But, some of them are not fresh
psharoonsiri
Hope it taste like fresh one
Van vuren
The basil chicken dishes here are all delicious... especially the spicy salad!
InthiraPadee
I used it to make a spicy stir-fried basil dish with century eggs. The basil aroma was quite nice.
54 Puntharee
It's delicious! I've ordered it a million times and will continue to order it again and again.
tanatbrew
Best for my Pad Kaprow
P
Everything came in frozen and fresh
Alisa
Excited to make some Thai basil tonight
weee.14410346
Very good idea!!! Easy to use love love
weee.14748748
good quality!
Paul
Thai holy basil for pad krapaw.
JoJo
Love pad kra pow!
weee.14748748
pad ga prow for dinner!
Peekaboowooo
Easy to use for many dish
pemachox
Can’t wait to see how it turns out when I use it for my Thai dish.
Phimporn
Good packaging
ArayaAutama
So good even came with the ice pack
weee.13889030
Still frozen good
weee.9551606
not bad. but I'd prefer the fresh holy basil more
lrobinsonanny
Just want to give it a try
weee.18475768
It's of good quality, very fragrant and fresh!
lrobinsonanny
Second time just give it a try
wandee818
Items arrived packed very well, no broken items. One item was out of stock but I was refunded before I received the package. 5 stars
srabon
This is an essential item for me. hopefully weee will carry this forever.
Emmy
good fresh
兔子哩脑阔
It's especially delicious when used to make basil rice!
viet969655
Fresh vegetables are delicious.
Jeena
great quality!
Nikki Vo
I received a bundle of welted old basil.
Saynotomyfood
Always fresh and good
BING
The incense has a strong aroma and is of good quality.
saminaa
It’s delicious.
MihiroEyong
It was delicious! It tasted just like Japanese hojicha (roasted green tea) The box arrived crushed, but the contents were fine.
weee.16065489
Contains 12 packs. Gives an earthy flavour to the tea.
ayu
Perfect for after-meal tea. The lovely aroma will warm you up.
Mami
When I ordered Weee, they said they didn't have any hojicha, so I bought some at the same time It's getting cold, so I think I'll have some hot roasted green tea
deecastroreed
Tried this roasted green tea not too long ago, and I liked it. Again, glad that Weee is selling it!
ycmeea
I like bringing these to work or drinking at night
CarolynEsteves
I love this tea
Apple
Fragrant and delicious tea.
yen.yen8410
Yummy