Banana leaves are a culinary ingredient commonly used in Southeast Asia, Africa and parts of Latin America. They have a slightly sweet taste and are often used to wrap fish or meat before cooking them, which gives them a delicious perfume and a tender texture. Banana leaves are commonly used in Thai, Indian, Indonesian and African cuisine to make rice, curry, soups and marinades. They are also used to wrap fish or meat before grilling or baking them. In Latin America, banana leaves are often used to make tamals and other traditional dishes.