ورق لوري

🌿 Bay Leaves / Dried Bay Laurel Leaves (Laurus nobilis)

Also known as: Bay Laurel, Sweet Bay, ورق لوري

📝 General Description

Bay leaves are the dried aromatic leaves of the Laurus nobilis plant, native to the Mediterranean region. Known for their subtle, herbal, and slightly floral flavor, bay leaves are commonly used to enhance the taste of soups, stews, sauces, and meat dishes. They are also valued in traditional medicine for their antimicrobial and digestive properties.

🔬 Physical Properties

Color: Olive green to dark green

Form: Whole dried leaves

Odor: Aromatic, herbal, slightly camphoraceous

Taste: Bitter, mildly pungent with herbal notes

Moisture Content: ≤ 10%

Purity: ≥ 99% (clean, intact leaves)

Foreign Matter: ≤ 0.5%

Leaf Size: 3–7 cm (length may vary depending on grade)

🧪 Chemical Properties

Volatile Oil Content: ≥ 1.5%

Eugenol Content: Present (contributes to aroma)

Total Ash: ≤ 8%

Acid Insoluble Ash: ≤ 1.0%

pH (aqueous extract): 5.5 – 6.5

🍽️ Nutritional Information (per 100g) (approximate)

Energy: 310–330 kcal

Protein: 7–9 g

Fat: 8–10 g

Carbohydrates: 50–55 g

Fiber: 25–35 g

Calcium: 800–850 mg

Iron: 40–45 mg

Magnesium: 120–130 mg

Sodium: < 30 mg

✅ Quality Standards

Naturally dried, free from additives or preservatives

Non-irradiated and non-GMO

Compliant with ISO, HACCP, and EU food safety regulations

Hand-selected and sorted for premium export quality

🧫 Microbiological Standards

Total Plate Count: < 100,000 cfu/g

Yeast & Mold: < 1,000 cfu/g

E. coli: Negative

Salmonella: Absent in 25g

Coliforms: < 100 cfu/g

📦 Packaging & Storage

Packaging: Kraft paper bags, PP woven bags, or cartons as per buyer’s request

Storage: Keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight

Shelf Life: 18 to 24 months under proper storage conditions

Origin: Egypt

🍛 Applications

Flavoring agent in soups, stews, and stocks

Essential in marinades, sauces, and rice dishes

Used in pickling and meat preparations

Traditional remedy for digestion and respiratory support

Common in herbal teas and infusions

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