Property | Curry Leaves | Curry Powder |
Appearance | Green, dried leaves | Fine, yellow-brown powder |
Color | Green to dark green | Yellow to brownish yellow |
Odor | Characteristic, aromatic | Spicy, characteristic curry aroma |
Taste | Slightly bitter, aromatic flavor | Spicy, warm, aromatic flavor |
Particle Size | Whole or crushed leaves | Passes through 80 mesh |
Moisture Content | ≤ 5% | ≤ 6% |
Ash Content | ≤ 7% | ≤ 7% |
Bulk Density | 0.3 – 0.4 g/cm³ | 0.4 – 0.6 g/cm³ |
Solubility | Insoluble in water | Soluble in water |
pH | 5.5 – 7.0 | 5.5 – 6.5 |
Microbiological Limits | ≤ 10⁴ CFU/g | ≤ 10⁴ CFU/g |
Shelf Life | 12 – 18 months | 12 – 18 months |