Frozen Wild Betel Leaf
Frozen Wild Betel Leaf (Lá Lốt) from Vietnam. Distinctive aromatic leaf, essential for Vietnamese Bò Lá Lốt and grilled meat wraps.
| Product Code | V0060 |
| Scientific Name | Piper lolot |
| Origin | Vietnam |
| Variety | Vietnamese |
| Cut Type | Whole leaves |
| Size | Leaves 80-120mm length |
| Processing Method | Block Frozen |
| Shelf Life | 24 months at -18°C |
| Packaging | PE bag in carton, 10kg/ctn or as required |
| MOQ | 1 x 20'RF container |
| Loading Capacity | 8-10MT/20'RF; 22-24MT/40'RF |
| Harvest Season | Year-round |
Description
Product Overview
Vietfrost Frozen Wild Betel Leaf (La Lot) is a signature ingredient in Vietnamese cuisine – most famously used to wrap grilled beef in the iconic dish Bo La Lot. The leaf’s distinctive peppery, slightly bitter flavor is unique and cannot be substituted. Vietnam is the primary global source, and year-round cultivation ensures consistent supply.
Frozen Wild Betel Leaf is used by Vietnamese Cuisine (Bo La Lot), Thai Cuisine, Asian Foodservice, Ethnic Food Distribution operators and manufacturers. Vietnam’s year-round tropical climate ensures uninterrupted supply. Our processing preserves color, texture, and nutritional value. Storage at -18°C or below with shelf life of 18-24 months.
Available forms include Whole Leaves. All product is processed under ISO 22000 and HACCP protocols at our certified facility. Vietfrost offers competitive pricing from Vietnam’s efficient agricultural processing infrastructure.
Packaging Options
- Standard Packaging: 500 g and 1 kg blocks or bags in corrugated cartons (10 kg or 20 kg net weight per carton).
- Retail-Ready Packaging for Private Label customers.
- Custom Label Design and FDA-compliant Nutrition Labeling included in our OEM service.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Wild Betel Leaf Used For?
Wild Betel Leaf is most famously used in Vietnamese Bo La Lot (grilled beef wrapped in betel leaf) – a beloved street food and Restaurant dish. The leaf is also used in Thai cuisine and Traditional Medicine. There is no widely available substitute for its distinctive peppery flavor.
What Is the Minimum Order Quantity?
MOQ is one 20-foot Reefer Container (approximately 18-20 MT depending on product format). Mixed Containers combining multiple Frozen Vegetables are available for buyers who need product variety in a single shipment.
How Can I Evaluate Product Quality?
We provide detailed Product Specification Sheets, Certificates of Analysis (COA), and real production photos from our facility. Video of our processing line is available on request. For buyers requiring physical samples, small quantities can be arranged with cold-chain shipping at cost. Contact Our Sales Team to discuss your requirements.
Which Ports Do You Ship To?
We ship worldwide from Ho Chi Minh City Port. Key destinations include Los Angeles, Long Beach, Oakland, Savannah, and New York/New Jersey (USA), as well as ports across Japan, South Korea, EU, Australia, and the Middle East. Both FOB and CIF terms are available. Contact Us for transit times and freight rates to your destination port.
