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Curry Leaves

Curry leaves, Curryblätter, Feuilles de curry, Hojas de curry, Murraya koenigii, Kari patra (करी पत्र)

Curry leaves are the fresh, green leaves of Murraya koenigii, native to India and widely used in South Asian cuisine. In Ayurveda, Karivepa is valued for its digestive, carminative, and slightly bitter qualities that stimulate Agni (digestive fire), improve metabolism, and reduce Kapha-related heaviness. They are rich in aromatic compounds and micronutrients. Traditionally, curry leaves are used fresh or lightly fried in oils to release flavor and aroma, commonly added to curries, dals, chutneys, and tempering of dishes.

Stimulates digestion and reduces cold, sluggishness.

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May increase Pitta if overused due to heating property.

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Reduces heaviness, lethargy, and mucus accumulation.

Rasa

bitter (tikta), pungent (katu)

Guna

dry (ruksa), light (laghu), sharp (tiksna)

Virya

heating (ushna)

Vipaka

pungent (katu)

Dhatu

Rasa, Rakta

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Weak digestion, Kapha accumulation, sluggish metabolism, mild digestive discomfort.

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Avoid excessive use in high Pitta or in very hot conditions.

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Used fresh in curries, dals, chutneys, and tempering; lightly fried in oil to release aroma before adding to dishes; can also be blended into spice pastes or herbal preparations.

Curry Leaves
Curry Leaves
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