What can I substitute for basil for beef stew seasoning?

Question

These are the seasonings the recipe call for. Should I just add a little extra of things like rosemary or oregano or just skip the basil and follow the rest of the recipe.

oregano

basil

salt

black pepper

garlic powder

paprika

cayenne pepper

celery seed

onion powder

rosemary

Answer 1

skip the basil, if you must.

add some mint, or a bay leaf..

Answer 2

from your list the best one will be "Oregano"  

Answer 3

oregano, thyme, rosemary, onion, garlic, chili powder,

I NEVER use basil.....

Answer 4

To be honest, I don't think basil is really necessary. I have had it with pho (vietnamese beef noodle soup), but that is a very subtle, fresh soup. Your spices seem to be very hardy. Rosemary and thyme are my favorites for hearty beef soup or roast.

When pho is served, fresh basil comes on the side. If you want this "fresh" feel, and don't have basil, cilantro will certainly work. If the recipe is calling for the basil at the start of the boil, I think they are off their rocker. The basil flavor will cook out after 15-20 minutes.

Conclusion: substitute thyme if the recipe calls for basil as a base spice. Substitute fresh cilantro if the recipe calls for fresh basil at the very end. OR leave it out entirely. Your soup will be just fine without it:)

Answer 5

parsley

Answer 6

try some mint

Answer 7

Rosemary, a bay leaf, or thyme.

Answer 8

I would up the Oregano just a little and skip the basil

Answer 9

definitely give rosemary a try  

Answer 10

I love basil and grow it in my garden , but in beef stew you could just leave it out.

A pinch of thyme might enhance your recipe but thyme tastes more like oregano so if you are also adding oregano, I wouldn't add MORE thyme.

Answer 11

just skip the basil