Whole dried bay leaves packed by Bowatte. The leaves of the bay laurel tree have an earthy, faintly floral smell and are a standard dried herb in kitchens around the world.
What is in it
- Dried bay leaves (Laurus nobilis)
How it is used
One or two leaves are added whole to soups, stews, sauces, rice dishes and curries while they simmer, and taken out before serving. They also go into a bouquet garni with other herbs. The leaves are not eaten.
In the pack
20g of whole dried leaves.
Storage
Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dry and dark cupboard so the leaves keep their smell.
Bowatte Beheth Shalawa is an Ayurvedic family business in Kandy, founded in 1914 by the Ayurvedic physician Dr H. B. Bowatte.
