Millet Amma’s Dried Bay Leaf has an intense fragrance compared to fresh bay leaves. They have a floral and herbal scent reminiscent of oregano and thyme. They can be used whole to enhance the flavor of rice dishes like biryani or pulao. Dried bay leaves can also be used while making masala pastes. Bay leaves can also be used to infuse flavor into stews, roasts, rubs, sabzi and curries. Bay Leaf is also known to have many benefits. Bay leaf is often infused in hot water as a tea and has aromatherapeutic properties to relieve stress.