Tez Paat (Bay Leaf) 100 grams
Original price was: ₹350.00.₹150.00Current price is: ₹150.00.
Bay leaf, known as “Tez Paat” in Assam, is a highly aromatic spice derived from the Cinnamomum tamala tree. Assam is one of the major producers of bay leaves in India, where it grows abundantly in the hilly regions and dense forests of the state.
Bay leaf, known as “Tez Paat” in Assam, is a highly aromatic spice derived from the Cinnamomum tamala tree. Assam is one of the major producers of bay leaves in India, where it grows abundantly in the hilly regions and dense forests of the state.
1️⃣ Botanical & Regional Importance
- Scientific Name: Cinnamomum tamala
- Family: Lauraceae
- Common in: Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, and other Northeastern states
- Cultivation: Grown in hilly terrains and forested regions with high humidity
2️⃣ Characteristics of Assamese Bay Leaf
✔ Highly aromatic with a strong, slightly sweet, cinnamon-like fragrance
✔ Dark green in color with a leathery texture
✔ Richer in essential oils compared to common bay leaves (Laurus nobilis)
✔ Used in both culinary and medicinal applications
3️⃣ Uses of Bay Leaf in Assam
🌿 Culinary Uses
- Used in traditional Assamese dishes like masor tenga (fish curry), meat preparations, and pulao
- Adds a fragrant and spicy aroma to curries, soups, and stews
- Used in spice blends like garam masala
🏥 Medicinal Uses
- Helps in digestion and relieves bloating
- Used in Ayurveda for its anti-inflammatory properties
- Acts as a natural antioxidant and immunity booster
- Helps in controlling blood sugar levels
🏡 Other Uses
- Used in aromatherapy and herbal teas
- The leaves are burned as natural mosquito repellents
- Used in traditional Assamese herbal remedies
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