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Vishvam Pranava Tejpat Powder, aromatic Indian bay leaf spice with unique flavor for cooking

Botanical Name:

Cinnamomum tamala

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Family:

Lauraceae (Laurel family)

 

Commercial Part:

Dried leaves (ground into powder)

Foreign Name of Spices

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  • Spanish: Polvo de hoja de laurel

  • French: Poudre de feuille de laurier

  • German: Lorbeerblattpulver

  • Swedish: Lagerbladspulver

  • Arabic: مسحوق ورق الغار (Masḥūq waraq al-ghār)

  • Dutch: Laurierbladpoeder

  • Italian: Polvere di foglia di alloro

  • Portuguese: Pó de folha de louro

  • Russian: Порошок лаврового листа (Poroshok lavrovogo lista)

  • Japanese: ローレルパウダー (Rōreru Paudā)

  • Chinese: 月桂叶粉 (Yuèguì yè fěn)

Bay Leaf Powder

About Me.

Bay Leaf powder is made by grinding dried bay leaves, the aromatic leaves of the Cinnamomum tamala tree, commonly known as Indian bay leaf.

 

Known for its distinct, slightly sweet, clove-like, and cinnamon-like flavor, Bay Leaf is a staple in Indian cooking, especially in biryanis, curries, dals, and spice blends.

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Originating from the Himalayan regions of India and Nepal, Bay Leaf has been valued for centuries not only as a culinary spice but also for its medicinal and therapeutic uses in Ayurveda.

 

The powdered form makes it convenient to use in seasoning, providing flavor depth to dishes without the need to remove whole leaves after cooking.

Uses

  • Culinary Uses

    • Enhances the flavor of curries, stews, biryanis, and dals.

    • Used in spice blends like garam masala and curry powders.

    • Adds subtle aroma to soups, sauces, and marinades.

    • Convenient powdered form removes the need to discard whole leaves.

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  • Medicinal Uses

    • Traditionally used to improve digestion and relieve bloating.

    • Known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

    • Helps in controlling blood sugar and supporting heart health.

    • Used in Ayurveda for detoxification and respiratory health.

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  • Industrial/Other Uses

    • Incorporated in herbal teas, spice blends, and ready-to-eat foods.

    • Used in traditional remedies and natural skincare.

    • Bay leaf oil (extracted) is used in aromatherapy and perfumery.

 

Types

  • Whole Bay Leaves (Tejpata) – Common in cooking and seasoning.

  • Bay Leaf Powder (Tejpata Powder) – Convenient ground form for blending.

  • Bay Leaf Oil – Used in aromatherapy, cosmetics, and traditional remedies.

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