Laurel Leaves (Bay Leaves)

Laurel Leaves, also known as Bay Leaves, is the original product of Turkey. Laurel leaves are grown on trees or large bushes throughout Turkey along the coastal areas from the Russian to the Syrian border.Laurel has been used for medical, cosmetic and culinary purposes over the years. Their highly aromatic volatile oil content and bitter, spicy, pungent taste are popular in soups, stews, meat, fish, poultry and vegetable dishes Over 90% of the world's Laurel leaves originate from Turkey; Kütaş account for approximately 60% of all export and 80% of all Premium Hand Selected Laurel. Kütaş has been instrumental in introducing quality standards for the product, because the quality, sizes and the color of the levase can be subjective. This will enable buyers to specify the quality they need.