{"product_id":"berg-lorbeerblatter","title":"Mountain bay leaves","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 0.8em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMountain bay leaves from California, stronger than classic bay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMountain bay is the more intense version of classic bay, with a strong, slightly resinous aroma reminiscent of eucalyptus. The whole leaves release their flavour slowly and lend a deep, savoury note. Gently dried so the essential oils are preserved as well as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 2em; margin-bottom: 0.8em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic for anything that simmers or braises for a long time, such as braised dishes, goulash, soups, sauces, bouillon and stocks. Mountain bay suits meat, fish and vegetables, marinades, the broth for sauerbraten and pickled dishes. One or two leaves are enough for a whole pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e cook the whole leaves along and remove them before serving. As mountain bay is stronger than Mediterranean bay, you need fewer leaves. The longer it steeps, the more aroma it gives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 2em; margin-bottom: 0.8em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBraising broth with mountain bay in 3 steps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSear meat and soup vegetables well and deglaze with red wine and stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd one or two mountain bay leaves, a few juniper berries and peppercorns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet everything braise covered and remove the bay leaves before serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 2em; margin-bottom: 0.8em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes mountain bay special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile classic bay comes from the Mediterranean bay tree, mountain bay comes from California and is noticeably stronger and more resinous in aroma. A few leaves season a whole pot. If you like the fine bay note but want it more intense, this is just right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 2em; margin-bottom: 0.8em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole mountain bay leaves from California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntense, slightly resinous, stronger than Mediterranean bay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA classic for braised dishes, soups, sauces and bouillon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor meat, fish, vegetables and marinades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently dried, the essential oils are preserved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 2em; margin-bottom: 0.8em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn braising broths and marinades, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/wacholderbeeren\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ejuniper berries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/schwarzer-pfeffer\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblack pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e go well alongside. You will find more whole spices and herbs in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kraeuter\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eherbs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 2em; margin-bottom: 0.8em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between mountain bay and classic bay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMountain bay comes from California and is noticeably stronger and more resinous than the milder Mediterranean bay. You therefore need fewer leaves for the same aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many mountain bay leaves should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOne or two leaves per pot are usually enough. Because of the intensity it is better to use it sparingly, cook it along and remove it before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you eat mountain bay leaves?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo, the whole leaves stay firm even after cooking and are removed before serving. They only season the dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I store bay leaves?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDry, dark and tightly closed. That keeps the aroma and the essential oils for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is the difference between mountain bay and classic bay?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Mountain bay comes from California and is noticeably stronger and more resinous than the milder Mediterranean bay. 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