Whole bay leaves 20 g

6,13 €

SKU ZAC-LOV-20

A whole bay leaf gives up its flavour slowly and can be lifted out; a crumbled one stays in the food. Ana Jurić near Benkovac dries them flat so they do not break.

Region: Dalmatian hinterland
Flavour profile: Bitter and earthy
Form: Whole herbs
Use: Cooking, Barbecue

Description

One or two leaves are enough for a medium pot of soup, stew, sauce or marinade. Take them out before serving.

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