I was messing around with dried leaves I made a garlic / ginger? / leaf paste using a small piece of ginger (size of thumb) same amount of garlic? and a handful of dried leaves in a small blender, a glug of veg oil Blitz it until fine fry this off in the normal way (until brown)
The leaves certainly adds something to the finished dish
I've used them in more savory dishes (Madras ,Vindalloo,Tindalloo & Phall) many times & they definitely add their own particular flavor.