Crispy Basil Sheets

1. Boil the basil in boiling water for a few seconds.

2. Blanch in ice water to preserve the bright color of the basil.

3. Dry the basil leaves with a cloth.

4. Blend together basil, water, tapioca starch, and salt.

5. Spread the mixture on a silicone mat using a spatula.

6. Bake in a static oven at 150°C for about half an hour until dry on top and moist underneath.

7. Let cool slightly and cut into rectangles or squares with scissors.

8. Fry in sunflower oil at 170°C for a few minutes until crispy.

9. Dry on absorbent paper and they are ready to eat.

Notes

1. These crispy basil sheets are versatile and can be paired with shrimp tartare, crème fraîche, chives, and pineapple sage flowers.