Bay Leaf, commonly known as Tej Patta, is an aromatic dried leaf traditionally used in Indian cooking. It has a warm, woody and mildly spicy fragrance that adds depth to savoury dishes.
Bay leaves are generally added whole during cooking and removed before serving.
Common Uses
- Biryani and pulao
- Vegetable rice dishes
- Curries and gravies
- Dal and lentil preparations
- Sambar and other savoury dishes
- Masala preparations
- Garam masala and spice blends
- Soups and stews
- Pickles
- Traditional Indian recipes
How to Use
Add the dried leaf directly to the dish while cooking. Allow it to release its aroma during cooking and remove the leaf before serving.
It can also be lightly roasted and used as part of homemade spice blends.
Natural Characteristics
Natural bay leaves may vary slightly in size, colour, thickness, aroma and texture between batches. Dried leaves can range from greenish-brown to brown depending on the crop and drying conditions.
Storage
- Store in a clean, dry, airtight container.
- Keep away from moisture and direct sunlight.
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Use a completely dry spoon or utensil.
- Keep the container properly closed after use.
Sampoorna Swadesi Approach
Our spices are sourced through our farming and sourcing network in India. We focus on source awareness and traceability, rather than relying solely on certification labels.
We do not represent the product as certified organic unless the applicable certification is available.

