Dried Bay Leaves Xiang Ye 500g Culinary Spice Aromatic Herb for Cooking and Seasoning

Dried Bay Leaves, known in Chinese as Xiang Ye (香叶), are the dried leaves of Laurus nobilis, a classic aromatic spice widely used in Chinese and Western cooking. In traditional herbal practice, bay leaf is considered warm in nature with a fragrant, slightly pungent flavor. These sliced dried leaves release a warm herbal aroma when simmered, making them a staple seasoning for braises, soups, and stews. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Dried bay leaves sold as a culinary spice and seasoning herb
• Botanical source Laurus nobilis with Chinese name Xiang Ye (香叶)
• Sliced dried leaf form for easy removal after cooking
• Warm aromatic flavor suited to braising, stewing, and soup bases
• Sealed packaging with a 12-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Typically olive green to grayish green dried leaves with a brittle texture and a warm, aromatic, slightly camphor-like scent. When simmered in braises or soups, they typically release a mild herbal bitterness and savory fragrance.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Add whole leaves to braised meats and stews for aroma
• Simmer in soup stocks and hotpot bases
• Use in marinades, pickling, and slow-cooked dishes
• Include in spice blends for roasts and curries

Traditional Uses

In Chinese culinary tradition, Xiang Ye is a core component of braising spice mixes such as five-spice and lu wei blends, paired with star anise, cinnamon, and cloves for red-braised meats. In folk herbal practice, bay leaf has traditionally been valued as a warming aromatic used to enhance digestion-friendly dishes and seasonal slow-cooked soups.

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