First things first: Decide if you need unripe or ripe plantains. If you want them to be sticky and caramelized when cooked—like maduros, which are sweet, ripe plantains fried in oil—you’ll ...

These fried plantain chips are a delightful and addictive snack originating in Latin America and the Caribbean. Made from ...

Green plantains have been compared to potatoes. As they ripen, they form more sugars, so their flesh becomes sweeter. In many countries, plantains are cooked and eaten as a side dish or in stews.

Plantains are a staple of a lot of African cuisines, and for good reason: they're versatile and packed with flavor ...

Versatile recipes for starchy plantains and unripe green bananas. By Tejal Rao A few weeks ago, my uninsulated home had a chill in it that I couldn’t chase away. I don’t think it’s a ...

They may look similar, but they're entirely different.Key TakeawaysBananas are sweet, soft, and usually eaten raw, while plantains are starchier, firmer, and typically cooked.Bananas are great for ...

Had enough green plantains yet? Come on, we can never get enough of green plantains. They are versatile and so good. And they are good for you too. Submit. Subscribe for just 30¢ a day; ...