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banana leaves.

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MEASUREMENT CONVERSIONS

How much is what.

1 piece200g

HEALTH BENEFITS

Why eat it.

✓Rich in polyphenols (antioxidants) like EGCG, which can leach into food during cooking, helping to combat free radicals.
✓Acts as a natural, chemical-free food wrapper, providing an alternative to aluminum foil or plastic wrap and preventing potential chemical leaching.
✓Possesses natural antibacterial properties that can help preserve food and inhibit the growth of pathogens.
✓Imparts a subtle, sweet flavor to food, allowing for reduced use of salt and artificial flavorings.

COOKING TIPS

In the kitchen.

1Before use, wash the leaves and briefly pass them over an open flame or blanch in hot water to make them pliable and prevent tearing when folding.
2Use as a wrapper for steaming, grilling, or baking foods like fish, rice, or tamales to keep them moist and infuse them with a subtle, smoky flavor.
3Cut into desired shapes and use as natural, decorative placemats or serving platters for an authentic presentation.
4Remember that the leaf itself is not typically eaten; it is used as a cooking vessel and should be discarded after the meal.

STORAGE

Keep it fresh.

Store fresh banana leaves in the refrigerator, wrapped in a damp cloth inside a plastic bag, for up to one week.
For long-term storage, keep banana leaves in their original packaging in the freezer for up to six months. Thaw at room temperature before use.

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