Thai basil is a variety of basil with purple stems and a sweet, licorice-like flavor, widely used in Southeast Asian cooking. It differs from Italian sweet basil.

What does Thai basil taste like?

Thai basil tastes sweet and spicy with strong anise and licorice notes and a slight peppery finish.

Where can I buy Thai 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 Basil 0.5 lb and Organic Living Thai Basil.

What is the difference between Thai basil and holy basil?

Thai basil has a sweet anise flavor and purple stems, while holy basil (kra pao) is more peppery and clove-like, with fuzzier leaves. Holy basil is used in pad kra pao; Thai basil in curries and pho.

What is the difference between Thai basil and sweet basil?

Thai basil has a stronger anise taste, sturdier leaves that hold up to heat, and purple stems, while Italian sweet basil is milder and more tender.

How do you store Thai basil?

Wrap Thai basil loosely in a damp paper towel and keep it in the refrigerator, or stand the stems in a glass of water at room temperature out of direct sun. Use within several days.

What dishes use Thai basil?

Thai basil is used in Thai green curry, drunken noodles, stir-fried basil chicken, and Vietnamese pho as a fresh garnish.

Can you freeze Thai basil?

Yes. Thai basil can be frozen, though it darkens; Weee! also lists frozen Thai Holy Basil cubes, a related but different herb. Frozen basil is best used in cooked dishes.

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Where to buy thai basil near me?

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Top 5 products for Thai Basil

#1

Thai Basil 0.5 lb

Thai Basil 0.5 lb is a bunch of fresh Thai basil with a sweet anise aroma. Add it to curries and stir-fries near the end, or use fresh with pho.

$2.69 - $10.49

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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.
weee.15583009
There are too many wilted vegetables.
酒酿冬菜
Three-cup chicken is a must-have; rice paper rolls for rice noodles and other similar dishes are also needed.

#2

Thai Basil

Thai Basil is fresh basil with purple stems and a sweet licorice flavor. Use it in Thai and Vietnamese dishes, from curries to noodle soups.

$1.79 - $2.29

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weee.16831022
The portions are generous and it's fresh.
Kimi chen
I buy it frequently and I really like it because it's convenient.
Kathleen Yvonne D. Orpilla
My go to basil for making Thai food!
鱼鱼
The recording method isn't new, but it's usable.
Unknown
This is my first time buying from you, and I think it's pretty good!
tamhieuhuynh59
The basil is very fragrant, fresh, and carefully packaged.
Oanh
There's too little vegetables, it doesn't look like the picture.
LE
Thai basil is good for everything you cook.
NgungNguyen
The vegetables are fresh and very fragrant.
Lucy
Chicken with Basil. We love the strong fragrance of the Basil.

#3

Organic Living Thai Basil 1 each

Organic Living Thai Basil is organic Thai basil with a sweet anise aroma. Pick off the leaves as needed for stir-fries, curries, and garnishes.

$3.99

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Dhevina
I thought it’s gonna be much of the leaves. But it is just small amount.

#4

Basil

This product is an excellent match for those looking for Thai Basil. Its bold, licorice-like flavor and subtle spice make it perfect for Asian dishes such as Thai green curry or stir-fry. If frozen, it offers convenience, preserving freshness and flavor for use whenever needed. As a healthy option, it's rich in vitamins A, K, and C, and also boasts anti-inflammatory properties. Ideal for Thai, Cambodian, Vietnamese cuisine needs.

$2.06 - $3.29

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weee.18475768
It's of good quality, very fragrant and fresh!
Soraya
This product has a very good aroma and flavor; quality and packaging are guaranteed.
TinaC
Very bad quality
valerielim.ogilvy
Not the freshest. But alright.
爱吃荔枝的肥羊
It's perfect for making basil rice! You can buy it, but use it quickly as it wilts easily.
weee.16330466
arrived fresh!
Andreina Calle
Fresh legumes
lakshmanpotu123
Trying first time and looks fresh
katia AndressaMachado Gabriotti Moretti
It arrived in great condition
Phuong
Great for all my pho recipes!

#5

Thai Green Chili Peppers 1 lb

Bright, crisp Thai Green Chili Peppers add spicy depth to Thai basil-favored dishes. They pair with Tom Yum, Green Curry, Pad Kra Pao, and stir-fries, delivering a clean, bright heat and citrusy notes. Healthy for metabolism and bold flavor without added fat. Contains vitamin C and capsaicin.

$5.39 - $7.49

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Siddhardha
Fresh and good
weee.18591535
Good quality & quantity
weee.18136054
Order regularly
MeghRaval
Good quality
weee.17321383
Crazy amount and great quality! Love it.
Preetigarg.engg
This time it’s not that fresh but usually it is.
weee.18559583
Fresh and good
amiyamom26.ds
some came a little spoiled bruise broken but not that bad
paridhisingh072
Fresh! Love green chillies
weee.14876940
Bad. Didn’t like the quality. It was all soiled had to throw most of it

Popular recipes

Thai Basil Chicken (Gai Pad Horapha)

Minced chicken is stir-fried with garlic, chili, and fish sauce, and a big handful of Thai basil is added at the end.

Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao)

Wide rice noodles are stir-fried with chicken or beef, chili, garlic, and Thai basil.

Thai Green Curry

Green curry paste and coconut milk are simmered with chicken and vegetables, finished with Thai basil.

Pho with Thai Basil

A bowl of Vietnamese pho served with a plate of fresh Thai basil, bean sprouts, lime, and chili on the side.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Thai basil?
Thai basil is a variety of basil with purple stems and a sweet, licorice-like flavor, widely used in Southeast Asian cooking. It differs from Italian sweet basil.
Where can I buy Thai 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 Basil 0.5 lb and Organic Living Thai Basil.
What is the difference between Thai basil and sweet basil?
Thai basil has a stronger anise taste, sturdier leaves that hold up to heat, and purple stems, while Italian sweet basil is milder and more tender.
What dishes use Thai basil?
Thai basil is used in Thai green curry, drunken noodles, stir-fried basil chicken, and Vietnamese pho as a fresh garnish.

What does Thai basil taste like?
Thai basil tastes sweet and spicy with strong anise and licorice notes and a slight peppery finish.
What is the difference between Thai basil and holy basil?
Thai basil has a sweet anise flavor and purple stems, while holy basil (kra pao) is more peppery and clove-like, with fuzzier leaves. Holy basil is used in pad kra pao; Thai basil in curries and pho.
How do you store Thai basil?
Wrap Thai basil loosely in a damp paper towel and keep it in the refrigerator, or stand the stems in a glass of water at room temperature out of direct sun. Use within several days.
Can you freeze Thai basil?
Yes. Thai basil can be frozen, though it darkens; Weee! also lists frozen Thai Holy Basil cubes, a related but different herb. Frozen basil is best used in cooked dishes.

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.
weee.15583009
There are too many wilted vegetables.
酒酿冬菜
Three-cup chicken is a must-have; rice paper rolls for rice noodles and other similar dishes are also needed.
weee.16831022
The portions are generous and it's fresh.
Kimi chen
I buy it frequently and I really like it because it's convenient.
Kathleen Yvonne D. Orpilla
My go to basil for making Thai food!
鱼鱼
The recording method isn't new, but it's usable.
Unknown
This is my first time buying from you, and I think it's pretty good!
tamhieuhuynh59
The basil is very fragrant, fresh, and carefully packaged.
Oanh
There's too little vegetables, it doesn't look like the picture.
LE
Thai basil is good for everything you cook.
NgungNguyen
The vegetables are fresh and very fragrant.
Lucy
Chicken with Basil. We love the strong fragrance of the Basil.
Dhevina
I thought it’s gonna be much of the leaves. But it is just small amount.
weee.18475768
It's of good quality, very fragrant and fresh!
Soraya
This product has a very good aroma and flavor; quality and packaging are guaranteed.
TinaC
Very bad quality
valerielim.ogilvy
Not the freshest. But alright.
爱吃荔枝的肥羊
It's perfect for making basil rice! You can buy it, but use it quickly as it wilts easily.
weee.16330466
arrived fresh!
Andreina Calle
Fresh legumes
lakshmanpotu123
Trying first time and looks fresh
katia AndressaMachado Gabriotti Moretti
It arrived in great condition
Siddhardha
Fresh and good
weee.18591535
Good quality & quantity
weee.18136054
Order regularly
MeghRaval
Good quality
weee.17321383
Crazy amount and great quality! Love it.
Preetigarg.engg
This time it’s not that fresh but usually it is.
weee.18559583
Fresh and good
amiyamom26.ds
some came a little spoiled bruise broken but not that bad
paridhisingh072
Fresh! Love green chillies
weee.14876940
Bad. Didn’t like the quality. It was all soiled had to throw most of it
jackie
Love the fresh cilantro
MXL
The cilantro was of decent quality and quite fragrant.
Jennifer
Big bunch of cilantro
Manisha
good quality
hongyen1020@gmail.com
I ordered 3 bunches of cilantro, but only 2 were okay; the third bunch was yellow and not fresh.
weee.7864445
It looks fresh.
Simone
fresh produce
Momo
Cilantro. Looks fresh. Very nice.
mamaji
I'm so happy to receive such a beautiful item. I'll use it a lot in my salsa.
Nancy
Fresh, will order again