The curry leaf is a culinary ingredient commonly used in India and other countries in South Asia. It has a slightly bitter and aromatic taste, and is often used to flavor the dishes and add flavor. Curry leaves are commonly used in Indian cuisine to make curry, chutneys and marinades. They are also used to flavor soups, stews and meat and fish dishes. In Malaysia and Indonesia, curry leaves are often used to make sambals, a spicy sauce based on peppers and other spices.