Thai Herbs - Kafffir

Kafffir: “Ma-krut” in Thai

The leaves, peel and juice of the Kaffir Lime are used as a flavouring in Thai cuisine. Imparting a unique flavour, they can be finely shredded and added to salads, or torn and added to soups and curries to deodorize savory smell from fish or chicken. The leaves and peel contain a volatile oil.

Peel – is carminative and anti flatulence agent also relieving stomach ache

Leaves – is antitussive agent and help prevent cancer

The best option is to freeze the leaves when you can find them, as they retain all their flavour and texture on thawing