"The compounds found in banana leaves can inhibit bacterial activity, which makes them useful in traditional medicine as well as food preparation," says nutritionist Sangeeta Tiwari. Banana leaves ...

Keep it aside for 10 mins atleast. 2. Now, take a grinder, add coconut, coriander leaves, green chillies, garlic and cumin seeds to a fine paste. 3. Once done, wash banana leaves and pat try them.

Let us introduce you to the banana leaf plant. Although they are commonly called banana trees, banana leaf plants (Musa spp.) are actually herbaceous perennials and can be fascinating houseplants ...

In dry conditions, slugs insulate themselves in dirt and leaves until their ... and then recycle their food into nutrient-dense waste, which fertilizes healthy soil. Banana slugs, like all ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Chelsea Davis is a SF based journalist covering food, drink & travel. Whether for a celebration of birth or marriage or welcoming visitors ...

If using banana or palm leaves to create ‘dishes’, do this by dividing each leaf in half and cutting out a circle from each half using a pan lid as a guide. Bring a wide saucepan of water to ...

Check out the best South Indian-style banana leaf rice places while you are in Singapore or in case you are travelling to The Lion City.

Machcha Patropoda is fish marinated with a generous amount of masala, wrapped in banana leaf and cooked for a few minutes till it's soft and flaky. Clean the fish and cut into small pieces. 2. Add the ...