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Bay Leaf

Laurus nobilis

Facts

Bay Leaf is a dried herb, known for its mild flavor profile, and rich in essential nutrients like Vitamin K, Vitamin A, Vitamin C.

Regional names

Bay Leaf

Origin

Bay Leaf is cataloged inside the dried herbs lane of herbs.

Native region

Global temperate and subtropical zones

Season

Best in peak growing season, though many forms are year-round

Food Combinations & Timing

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Safe Combination Profile

It is safe to eat this food item with other food items.

Nutritional profile

Calories

248 kcal / 100 g

Protein

9.9 g

Carbs

44.5 g

Fat

6.9 g

Fiber

29.7 g

Water content

Very low (<10%)

Glycemic index

Negligible

Vitamins

  • Vitamin K
  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin C

Minerals

  • Calcium
  • Iron
  • Manganese

Health benefits

Evidence-aligned highlights

  • Provides key macronutrients and micronutrients that support metabolic vitality.
  • Contributes essential dietary compounds that support tissue structure and recovery.
  • Ready for future custom nutritional mapping.

Flavor notes

Mild

Texture

Crisp

Aroma

Fresh

Pairings

Various flavor pairings

Safety & toxicity

Edible parts

Standard edible portions

Toxic or risky parts

Discard non-food-grade or spoiled forms

Raw vs cooked

Safe to consume according to culinary standards.

Allergies & intolerances

No common allergy warning.

Drug interactions

No major interactions for normal food amounts.

Safe daily limit

Enjoy as part of a balanced diet.

⚠️ Notice: This safety profile is a general guideline. Dietary tolerances differ; consult a healthcare professional for allergies or drug interactions. See our full disclaimer.

Who should avoid & how to handle it

Who should avoid or moderate

  • General population safe.

Preparation & storage

  • Clean: Wash or wipe clean according to the usual market form.
  • Cut: Slice, chop, or portion as needed for your recipe.
  • Cook: Prepared raw or cooked according to recipe preference.
  • Store: Keep in a cool, dry place or refrigerate.
  • Preserve: Freeze or dry for longer storage.

Cuisine & cultural use

Common cuisines

  • Global culinary use

Bay Leaf appears in Global culinary use, often because its flavor structure and prep speed fit both everyday cooking and ceremonial dishes.

Dynamic Substitutions

No alternatives recorded for this specific item. It is chemically or botanically unique in the database.

🌱 Cultivation & Production

Bay Leaf Production Profile

Discover how bay leaf is obtained, produced, and how you can craft or prepare it in your own kitchen.

Apartment Friendly

✓ Highly Recommended

Yes

Urban Space Advice

Highly suited for apartments. You can easily produce this item in an apartment kitchen using standard cookware or dehydration equipment.

Source Material

Whole raw plant ingredients

Primary Method

Traditional food crafting / drying

Homemade Production Method

  1. 1

    Obtain high-quality raw source ingredients.

  2. 2

    Dehydrate at low heat or grind using home tools (mortar/pestle or blender).

  3. 3

    Keep sealed in sterilized glass jars away from direct light and moisture.

Quick recipes

Fast recipes using Bay Leaf

Snack

Bay Leaf Spiced Milk

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Calming sweet warm milk steeped with cardamom pods and a fresh bay leaf.

Ingredients

Servings:2
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cardamom pods, crushed
  • 1 tsp maple syrup

Nutrition

  • 120 kcal
  • 6 g protein
  • 14 g carbs
  • 4.5 g fat

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Simmer milk, bay leaf, and crushed cardamom in a saucepan for 8 minutes.
  2. 2Stir in maple syrup to sweeten.
  3. 3Strain and serve warm before bedtime.