Herbs · Dried

Avocado leaves

Also called hojas de aguacate, dried avocado leaves

Leaves of Mexican avocado trees, used toasted, with an anise and bay-like aroma; for Oaxacan black beans, barbacoa and moles.

VeganVegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodHoja santa

    Stronger anise; use less and remove before serving. (use 0.5× the amount)

  • T3 · In a pinchAnise seeds

    Only the anise note; a tiny pinch, no leafy depth. (use 0.1× the amount)

  • T3 · In a pinchBay leaves

    Herbal, without the anise; add a pinch of anise seed.

Cook with Avocado leaves