Bongoshaad Bay Leaf 10g

Product Overview

The Bongoshaad Bay Leaf pack contains whole, dried bay leaves, known locally as Tejpata (তেজপাতা). This is one of the most fundamental aromatic spices in Bangladeshi and South Asian cooking. The leaves are not typically eaten but are added to dishes during cooking to infuse them with a distinct, subtly sweet, and floral-herbal aroma. The 10g pack is a convenient size for regular household use.

Key Features & Specifications

Brand: Bongoshaad (বঙ্গস্বাদ)

Product: Bay Leaf (তেজপাতা)

Net Weight: 10g

Form: Whole, Dried Leaves

Quality: The leaves are generally selected to be whole, clean, and free from dust or damage, ensuring a pure and potent aroma. Bongoshaad emphasizes hygienic processing and packaging.

Packaging: This product comes in a small, sealed plastic pouch to protect the leaves from moisture and preserve their fragrance.

Culinary Uses in Bangladeshi Cuisine

Tejpata is a versatile spice used at the beginning of the cooking process to build a base layer of aroma. It is essential in:

Rice Dishes: A must-have for aromatic rice like Polao, Biryani, and Tehari.

Dal (Lentils): Commonly added to various types of dal, especially during tempering (phoron or bagar).

Meat and Fish Curries: Used in almost all traditional meat (mutton or beef kosha) and fish curries to add depth.

Vegetable Dishes: Included in mixed vegetable preparations (niramish) and bhajis.

Desserts: It is also surprisingly used in sweet dishes like Payesh (rice pudding) and Shemai (vermicelli pudding) to lend a delicate fragrance.