Banana tree leaves provide a unique means of dishing up food.
Serving food on leaves is an eco-friendly, nutritious and unique means of dining. The leaf is biodegradable and your meal absorbs the medicinal value of the leaf. Banana leaves, commonly used in India and Thailand, are the most popular leaf for dishing up food. Use banana leaves as individual containers to serve food, or as a platter containing various food items. Purchase banana leaves from many Mexican and Asian markets. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Clean the leaf with water and wipe it dry. Place the leaf with the broad vein facing down; the side that curls inward will serve as your plate. You may use the entire leaf, or cut it into a smaller square, depending on your serving needs.
2. Place the food in portions upon the leaf in an eye-pleasing manner. Your presentation adds to the intrigue of serving your meal on the leaf.
3. Avoid the use of silverware. Encouraging your guests to eat with their fingers when possible.
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