Why Lime Leaves Are Added Whole and Removed Before Serving

Kaffir lime leaves simmering in aromatic Thai curry

Thai cooking operates on quiet precision. Many of its most powerful techniques never appear on the plate, yet they define the entire dining experience. One of these techniques involves kaffir lime leaves. At Mystic Thai Jamaica, chefs add these leaves whole during cooking and remove them just before serving. This method may seem simple, yet […]