Herb
Bay leaf
Also called laurel
What it is
Aromatic leaf used in braises. Dried is the usual home form.
Origin
Mediterranean.
Flavour
Herbal, slightly floral, in the background on purpose.
How to use it
Simmer in adobo and stews; fish out before serving.
Storage
Airtight, dark.
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What is Bay leaf?
Aromatic leaf used in braises. Dried is the usual home form.
How do I use Bay leaf?
Simmer in adobo and stews; fish out before serving.
How do I store Bay leaf?
Airtight, dark.
What does it taste like?
Herbal, slightly floral, in the background on purpose.
Nutrition
Per 100g · estimate · USDA FoodData Central averages and equivalent published tables. Values are typical, not lab tests of your shopping bag.
Recipes using it
Chicken adobo
Adobong manok
Filipino chicken braised in vinegar, soy, garlic and pepper — a method more than a single official recipe.
1 hrEasyNo chilli
Pot-au-feu
Pot-au-feu
Boiled beef, marrow bones and winter vegetables — the broth is dinner and so is the meat.
3 hr 55 minMediumNo chilli
Jeera rice
जीरा राइस
Cumin-tempered rice — the quiet plate that makes a gravy make sense.
50 minEasyNo chilli
Fabada asturiana
Fabada asturiana
Asturian bean pot — large white beans, pork, and a slow simmer. Not a chilli, not a cassoulet copy.
10 hr 45 minMedium🌶️
Arroz e feijão
arroz e feijão
Rice and beans — the Brazilian everyday plate, not a side you skip.
9 hr 45 minEasyNo chilli
Algerian Carrots
Algerian Carrots from Algeria. Times were inferred from the source steps.
49 minMediumNo chilli
Beef Asado
Beef Asado from Philippines. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 37 minA bit of workNo chilli
Beef and Oyster pie
Beef and Oyster pie from United Kingdom. Times were inferred from the source steps.
3 hr 22 minA bit of workNo chilli
Arroz con gambas y calamar
Arroz con gambas y calamar from Spain. Times were inferred from the source steps.
42 minMediumNo chilli
Bigos (Polish hunter's stew)
Bigos
Bigos (Polish hunter's stew) from Poland. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 28 minA bit of workNo chilli
Montreal Smoked Meat
Montreal Smoked Meat from Canada. Times were inferred from the source steps.
10 hr 55 minA bit of workNo chilli
Creamy Tomato Soup
Creamy Tomato Soup from United Kingdom. Times were inferred from the source steps.
24 hr 15 minA bit of workNo chilli
Eggplant Adobo
1. Slice 1 lb. small Japanese or Italian eggplant (about 3) into quarters lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 2"-wide pieces. Place in a medium bowl. Add 1 Tbsp. sugar, 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp. Morton kosher salt
3 hr 8 minMediumNo chilli
Katsu Chicken curry
Katsu Chicken curry from Japan. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 17 minA bit of workNo chilli
Portuguese fish stew (Caldeirada de peixe)
fish stew
Portuguese fish stew (Caldeirada de peixe) from Portugal. Times were inferred from the source steps.
43 minA bit of work🌶️
Sledz w Oleju (Polish Herrings)
Sledz w Oleju
Sledz w Oleju (Polish Herrings) from Poland. Times were inferred from the source steps.
72 hr 15 minEasyNo chilli
Rosol (Polish Chicken Soup)
Rosol
Rosol (Polish Chicken Soup) from Poland. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 40 minA bit of work🌶️
Traditional Croatian Goulash
Traditional Croatian Goulash from Croatia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 25 minMediumNo chilli
Bigos (Hunters Stew)
Bigos
Bigos (Hunters Stew) from Poland. Times were inferred from the source steps.
3 hr 26 minA bit of work🌶️
Borsch
Borsch from Ukraine. Times were inferred from the source steps.
5 hr 12 minA bit of workNo chilli
Cabbage Soup (Shchi)
Cabbage Soup
Cabbage Soup (Shchi) from Russia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
48 minMedium🌶️
Escovitch Fish
Escovitch Fish from Jamaica. Times were inferred from the source steps.
24 hr 10 minA bit of work🌶️🌶️🌶️
Beef Dumpling Stew
Beef Dumpling Stew from United Kingdom. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hrA bit of workNo chilli
Classic Tourtière
Classic Tourtière from Canada. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 40 minA bit of workNo chilli
Mushroom soup with buckwheat
Chop the onion and garlic, slice the mushrooms and wash the buckwheat. Heat the oil and lightly sauté the onion. Add the mushrooms and the garlic and continue to sauté. Add the salt, vegetable seasoning, buckwheat and th
1 hr 5 minMediumNo chilli
Nasi lemak
Nasi lemak from Malaysia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 14 minA bit of work🌶️
Osso Buco alla Milanese
Osso Buco alla Milanese from Italy. Times were inferred from the source steps.
4 hr 31 minA bit of workNo chilli
Coddled pork with cider
Coddled pork with cider from Ireland. Times were inferred from the source steps.
33 minMedium🌶️
Fish Soup (Ukha)
Fish Soup
Fish Soup (Ukha) from Russia. Times were inferred from the source steps.
35 minMediumNo chilli
Beef Mandi
Beef Mandi from India. Times were inferred from the source steps.
3 hrA bit of work🌶️
Clam chowder
Rinse the clams in several changes of cold water and drain well. Tip the clams into a large pan with 500ml of water. Cover, bring to the boil and simmer for 2 mins until the clams have just opened. Tip the contents of th
43 minMediumNo chilli
French Lentils With Garlic and Thyme
French Lentils With Garlic and Thyme from France. Times were inferred from the source steps.
45 minMediumNo chilli
Dal fry
Dal fry from India. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hrA bit of work🌶️
Fish Stew with Rouille
Twist the heads from the prawns, then peel away the legs and shells, but leave the tails intact. Devein each prawn. Fry the shells in 1 tbsp oil for 5 mins, until dark pink and golden in patches. Add the wine, boil down
1 hr 27 minA bit of work🌶️
Lamb Biryani
Lamb Biryani from India. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 54 minA bit of work🌶️
Lamb Rogan josh
Lamb Rogan josh from India. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 15 minA bit of workNo chilli
Smoked Haddock Kedgeree
Smoked Haddock Kedgeree from India. Times were inferred from the source steps.
48 minMediumNo chilli
Duck Confit
The day before you want to make the dish, scatter half the salt, half the garlic and half of the herbs over the base of a small shallow dish. Lay the duck legs, skin-side up, on top, then scatter over the remaining salt,
32 hr 25 minMediumNo chilli
Stamppot
Stamppot from Netherlands. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 10 minMediumNo chilli
Chicken Mandi
Chicken Mandi from India. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 22 minA bit of work🌶️
Flemish Hutsepot
Flemish Hutsepot from Belgium. Times were inferred from the source steps.
55 minA bit of workNo chilli
Beef Bourguignon
Beef Bourguignon from France. Times were inferred from the source steps.
4 hr 50 minA bit of workNo chilli
Ropa Veija
Ropa Veija from Cuba. Times were inferred from the source steps.
3 hr 50 minA bit of workNo chilli
Black bean & meat stew - feijoada
Black bean & meat stew - feijoada from Brazil. Times were inferred from the source steps.
10 hr 48 minMedium🌶️
Black Bean soup
Black Bean soup from Cuba. Times were inferred from the source steps.
42 minA bit of work🌶️
Salt Beef and Beans
Salt Beef and Beans from Cayman Islands. Times were inferred from the source steps.
2 hr 30 minMedium🌶️🌶️🌶️
Seswaa
Seswaa from Botswana. Times were inferred from the source steps.
8 hr 15 minEasyNo chilli
Belgian Meatballs in Liège Syrup Sauce
Belgian Meatballs in Liège Syrup Sauce from Belgium. Times were inferred from the source steps.
1 hr 15 minA bit of workNo chilli
Tafelspitz
Tafelspitz from Austria. Times were inferred from the source steps.
5 hr 15 minMediumNo chilli
Belgian Waterzooi Chicken
Belgian Waterzooi Chicken from Belgium. Times were inferred from the source steps.
53 minA bit of workNo chilli