Description
Creating a stable emulsion of basil oil and water.
Technical
Using a combination of garlic and lemon juice to stabilize an emulsion of basil oil and water, ideal for creating creamy and smooth sauces and dressings. The basil oil is first mixed with the garlic and lemon juice, then slowly added to the water while blending.
Culinary Significance
This emulsion is a key component of traditional Ligurian dishes, such as the sauce served with trofie pasta.
Science
Primary Reaction
emulsification
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
herbaceousfruitysweet
Wine Analogy
Sauvignon Blanc
Coffee Analogy
Ethiopian Yirgacheffe
Perfume Analogy
Herbaceous green fragrances like Guerlain's Aqua Allegoria Herba Fresca