Bay leaves are known as "tej patta" in the Indian kitchen. They are the dried aromatic leaves of the bay tree.
Bay leaves are known to have originated in the Asia Minor region, from where they spread to the whole Mediterranean region and other parts of Asia. These dried leaves are 1-3 inches long, oval in shape, pointed, and smooth in texture.
Fresh bay leaves are dark green colour and upon drying turn into a matte olive green shade. These dried leaves can be stored for months.
Bay leaves have been well recognised and used as culinary spice for years. They impart a pleasing and sweet aroma when added to a dish.
Product attributes
- Organic
- Aromatic
- Matte olive green in colour
- Stiff and pointed leaves
- Slightly bitter
- Can be stored for months
How to use
- For flavouring lentils and curries
- For flavouring vegetables and soups
- Add to rice dishes like pulao and biryani
Benefits
- Diabetic friendly bay leaves help the body produce insulin more efficiently, which leads to lower blood sugar levels.
- Anti-fungal and anti-bacterial traditional herbalists found bay leaves to have anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties and used their extracts to treat wounds and infections.
- Painkiller since earlier times bay leaves have been used as an herbal remedy for headaches. It also contains compounds that have proven useful in treating migraines.
- Other Benefits bay leaves also have many other properties that help in curing gastric ulcers, cough and cold, fever, and digestion disorders.
How to store
Put the leaves in an airtight container in a cool, dry and dark place.
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