Bay Leave / Bay Laurel Laurus Nobilis / Bay Leaf Bay Leaf / Laurus Nobilis / Nobilis Laurus / Bay Leaf Leaves Bay Leaf (Leaves of laurel) Family: Lauraceae Botanical name: Laurus nobilis. Origin: Egypt Packing: 20 kg bags or 5 kg carton box Cultivation: Common HS Code: 0910990000 What are the uses of Bay leaf in food? 1) Laurel plant is one of the most common herbs in the kitchens of the Mediterranean region. 2) In Italy, they use the aromatic property of laurel leaves to make their special Italian pasta sauces. 3) Due to the distinctive flavor of Bay leaves, they may be used to cook any kind of food. 4) To drink a unique soup you can use ground laurel leaves. It grants a special taste for soups. Did the Ancient Egyptians know & use Bay leaf Leaves (Laurus leaves)? 1) Ancient Egyptians used the Bay leaf as a symbol of victory and pride, they also used it as a crown for heroes and poets. 2) They squeezed the aromatic fruits of Bay leaf to get a special oil known as laurel oil. 3) They used the bay leaves (Laurus leaves) oil for sores and wounds. 4) They used the bay leaves (Laurus leaves) oil as a pomade for headaches.
Lavender has been a favorite herb for centuries. The historic use and recognition of lavender is almost as old the history of man. As an herb, lavender has been in documented use for over 2,500 years. In ancient times lavender was used for mummification and perfume by the Egyptian's, Phoenicians, and peoples of Arabia. The Greeks and the romans bathed in lavender scented water and it was from the Latin word "lavo" meaning "to wash" that the herb took it's name. Perhaps first domesticated by the Arabians, lavender spread across Europe from Greece.
Botanical Name - Stevia rebaudiana Category - Medicinal Form - Dry Part Used - Leaves General Information - The herb plant Stevia rebaudiana, a rhizomatous perennial shrub of the sunflower family Asteraceae (Compositae; tribe Eupatorieae), native to Paraguay and Brazil, produces a host of natural sweet-tasting diterpene compounds as secondary metabolites in its leaves. The leaves have been used by local Guaran� Indian tribes as a natural sweetener and as traditional medicine for centuries. Phytochemicals - Stevia species are members of the family of Asteraceae (qv). Stevia rebaudiana contains steviol glycosides, such as stevioside and rebaudioside A, used as artificial sweeteners and 100- 300 times sweeter than sucrose. Steviol glycosides were approved as food additives in the USA, Australia, and New Zealand in 2008 and in Europe in 2011. Steviol glycosides are permitted in a large variety of foods and beverages over a wide range of maximum permitted levels. Apart from their sweetness, steviol glycosides, in higher doses and regular consumption, have been claimed to display important pharmacological/therapeutic activities, such as antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antitumor, diuretic, and gastroprotective (antidiarrheal) activities, and to have immunomodulatory effects and a positive influence on renal function, blood pressure, and blood glucose. They suppress neoplastic growth, improve cell regeneration, and strengthen blood vessels.
Pleasantly aromatic, the Bay leaf/ tejpata has a clove-like taste and a faint pepper-like odour. The glossy, dark-green Bay leaf is oval, pointed and smooth, 2.5 â?? 8 cm (1 to 3 inches) long. Bay leaves give off a pleasing and sweet aroma that makes it a great flavouring condiment for soups, sauces, stews and pickles.
Color : Dark green, sometimes with a hint of brown Shape : Elliptical, lanceolate Size : Typically 2.5 - 7.5 cm in length Texture : Smooth, glossy surface Thickness : Thin, about 0.5 - 1 mm Fragrance : Aromatic, herbal scent Taste : Bitter, slightly pungent Flexibility Color : Dark green, sometimes with a hint of brown Shape : Elliptical, lanceolate Size : Typically 2.5 - 7.5 cm in length Texture : Smooth, glossy surface Thickness : Thin, about 0.5 - 1 mm Fragrance : Aromatic, herbal scent Taste : Bitter, slightly pungent Flexibility : Fairly rigid, yet pliable Shelf Life : Can last up to one year if stored properly Fairly rigid, yet pliable Shelf Life : Can last up to one year if stored properly
Basil Leaves Dried Basil Botanical name: Ocimum Basilicum Family: Lamiaceae HS Code: 12119000 Origin: Egypt Packing: 20 kg bags Cultivation: Common Dried Method: Air Dried Stories of Ancient Egyptian & Basil: 1- Basil juice is used in the treatment of some ear diseases. 2- Basil seeds when boiling are used as a calming 3- Against urinary incontinence 4- It is a diuretic 5- To temper the temperature rise
PRODUCT INFO Holy, or Sacred basil, is a stiff, leafy, perennial herb. The plant can reach up to 18 inches in height, and develops small pink, fragrant blossoms when mature. With thicker stems, ranging in color from green to a dark purple, Holy basil has a bushy appearance and can grow quite large. Holy basil's narrow, oval leaves range from a light green to deep purple color and are very aromatic. The taste does vary between types, however, it is often likened to cloves (anise) or licorice with a hint of mint and a bit of peppery spice. The pungent pink flowers are also edible. USES Holy basil in Thailand, it is a very popular culinary ingredient. Holy basil is an important ingredient in one of the more famous Thai street dishes, chicken with Holy basil or 'gai pad grapow'. In many Thai stir fry dishes, Holy basil is used as an aromatic with garlic, fish sauce and chilies to impart flavor into meat, fish, or chicken. Holy basil is best used fresh, as its leaves cannot maintain their aroma after a few days in the refrigerator. SEASONS Holy basil is available year-round.
PRODUCT INFO The most popular and widely used culinary herb. It is a tender annual, aromatic plant with a spicy odor and flavor. It grows 12-18 inches tall and foliage color can range from green to purple. Foliage size can vary from large lettuce-like leaves to very small leaves, half inch in size. USES Sweet Basil picked for use in the kitchen is best held in a glass of water at room temperature. Putting basil in the refrigerator results in discolored and unattractive leaves. Basil is easily dried for storing and future use. It is used to flavor soups, stews, tomato dishes, meat, game, fish, egg dishes, herb butters and herb vinegars. SEASON Sweet Basil is available year-round.