To distinguish them, examine the leaves: Turkish bay leaves are 1 to 4 inches long, with round, waxy, deep green leaves, while California bay leaves are longer (up to 10 inches), thinner ...

1. Rinse basmati rice several times with water until water becomes clear, then soak for 20 minutes and drain. 2. In a medium pot, toast lightly in ghee 3-4 green cardamom pods and the bay leaves ...