INDIAN BAY LEAVES — NOT MEDITERRANEAN BAY LEAVES: These are authentic Indian bay leaves, also known as tej patta, sourced from India and traditionally used in Indian cooking. They are different from Mediterranean bay leaves, with a distinctive warm, earthy and aromatic flavor profile that is especially suited to Indian dishes.
USDA CERTIFIED ORGANIC: Our whole Indian bay leaves are USDA Certified Organic and responsibly sourced from India. Carefully selected for their natural aroma and culinary character, they contain no added artificial flavors, preservatives, additives or fillers.
WARM, EARTHY & AROMATIC FLAVOR: Indian bay leaves have a distinctive woody, earthy character with subtle cinnamon-like and clove-like aromatic notes. They add depth and fragrance to dishes as they simmer without overpowering the other spices and ingredients.
MOSTLY WHOLE, INTACT LEAVES: We select predominantly whole Indian bay leaves with their natural shape and texture intact. Add them whole while cooking to slowly infuse their aroma into the dish, then remove before serving.
TRADITIONAL INDIAN & GLOBAL USES: Tej patta is a classic ingredient in biryani, pulao, curries, dal, rice dishes, garam masala and other Indian recipes. It can also be used in soups, stews, braises, sauces and marinades when a warm, aromatic note is desired.
THIRD-PARTY LAB TESTED: Our organic Indian bay leaves are independently tested across 250+ parameters, including heavy metals and ETOs, for added transparency and quality assurance.
RESPONSIBLY SOURCED FROM INDIA: Our Indian bay leaves are sourced from India, where tej patta has long been part of traditional culinary practices. We focus on careful sourcing and handling to bring the characteristic spice to your kitchen.
RESEALABLE 1OZ POUCH: Packed in a convenient 1oz resealable pouch to help protect the whole leaves from air and moisture after opening. The packaging helps retain their naturally aromatic character between uses; store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.
