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

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 ...

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

Plantains can be bought, cooked, and enjoyed in every stage of ripeness. They have lasting power and, Amy says, a ton of versatility. We start with the bright green ones.

Plantains are starchier than bananas and not very sweet when green. When ripe, they are sweeter and become more so when cooked. Plantains can be boiled, baked, or fried.

Cooked plantains are nutritionally very similar to a potato, calorie-wise, but contain more of certain vitamins and minerals. They’re a rich source of fiber, vitamins A, C, and B-6, and the ...

Make these Cuban black beans for a high protein dinner that goes well with rice, plantains, flatbreads, and plenty of spice.

If you love fried plantains, try cooking them in an air fryer, and you can get the crispy texture without a lot of oil. And then there are plantain chips.