You’ll never need to buy dried basil in the spice section again with this tip for How to Dry Fresh Basil!
So… have you ever wondered How to Dry Fresh Basil? I’ve got a secret for you… it’s ridiculously easy to make your own dried herbs. Crazy, right? In addition to making DIY Seasonings, I love drying my own herbs at home!
If using homegrown herbs, you’ll even end up with Organic dried herbs… which can be a huge money-saver!
There are a few different ways to dry herbs, but the microwave drying method for herbs is my favorite. It’s quick, simple, and the herbs retain their gorgeous, vibrant color! {SO much prettier than store bought herbs!} The flavor is just fabulous, too! Are you ready to dry some Basil??
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How to Dry Fresh Basil
What You’ll Need:
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Glass {microwaveable} Plate
- Papper Towels
Instructions:
- Place 1 paper towel flat on your plate
- Lay out Basil Leaves in a single layer on the paper towel.
- Place another paper towel on top.
- Microwave 1 minute, then in 15 second increments. {mine are usually dried out and ready after a total of 1 minute, and 45 seconds.}
- After dry, simply crumble and crush the basil leaves with your fingers.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place {like with your other spices}. Mini Mason Jars work great, or you could even use your old spice containers!
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Have YOU ever dried Basil or other Herbs before?
Leave a comment & share!
Mary says
Can you hang dry basil and can the florets be left on swell ?
Carman says
How long is the bbail good for use after it ha dried?
Laura says
Found this on Pinterest while looking up ways to preserve basil for the first time.
Just completed drying my basil…took about 20 minutes! and that’s because I was multi-tasking with other
kitchen duties! This was so easy and convenient!
Thanks!
Heidi says
Haha… your multi-tasking sounds like something I would do too, Laura. 🙂 So glad you liked the tip… I love having this fresh dried basil on hand for recipes.
Leslie says
I just dried them in the microwave as you suggested, very quick and easy! Have you experienced any flavor difference between the microwave method versus other methods as far as flavor? Just curious since this is my first time drying basil.
Heidi says
Hi Leslie ~ I honestly haven’t experienced any flavor difference at all. I use it in all my recipes now, and love it! 😉
Joan says
Do you wash and dry the basil first or can it be wet?
Heidi says
Hi Joan ~ it works best if it is dry to start with, so after washing… just allow to completely dry first. Hope that helps!