However, you can grow some of these spikelets up to a maximum of 10/15 centimeters to be able to use them in the kitchen and beyond. When they reach this length you can proceed to cutting them, but be careful because this is not as good to eat as the leaves, it must first be dried .
basil spikelets
So the spikelets are edible, but they must be dried first. Once they reach a decent length, you can detach them from the basil plant, which will still continue to grow, and you can put them in the sun for several hours . Make sure there is no wind, otherwise the spikelets will fly away.
Once they are dried, it takes about 48 hours, you can use them in different ways, but we recommend putting this herb in a jar with a lid to ensure it retains its aroma. But let’s see below how to use them in a very simple way.
Basil vinegar: How to do it
With the dried spikelets you can obtain a vinegar with a basil footprint by simply pouring the dried spikelets into the bottle. Let everything steep for about 7 days and then filter the mixture. Here you have obtained a basil vinegar in a very simple way without going to the supermarket.
Dried basil spikelets
Create a seedling
With the basil spikelets it is also possible to multiply the basil and give birth to a new seedling. In this case it is advisable to dry the spikelets directly on the plant. Once they have rubbed it, then place it on a soft soil mixed with sand.
