Binalot

Binalot is a method of wrapping and serving food in the Philippines using banana leaves and alike. The term is derived from the root word balot (wrap) + -in- meaning "wrapped". This wrapping technique can be combined with a variety of dishes, including meat like pork and chicken. In 2017 binalot was presented by Filipino chefs in Washington through a range of 800 dishes. It is considered a traditional culinary technique of the Philippines.