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 need to buy ...

Plantains are a staple in tropical regions and most of Latin America including Brazil. They’re a great source of potassium and dietary fiber. Green, yellow, fried, baked, boiled, grilled or sauteed, ...

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Sauce: Remove seeds from jalapeño peppers, coarsely cut and place in a blender or food processor. Coarsely cut the cilantro, including stems and leaves, and add to the peppers. Add water, garlic, lime ...

Puerto Rican cooks often stuff baked plantains with ground beef. Instead, chef Jose Enrique likes to contrast the plantains' sweetness with a savory mix of lamb, eggplant, tomatoes and feta. Arguably ...

Butternut squash, plantain, yam & sweet potato soup is perfect for a Thanksgiving table. Here's how to make it.

When we are looking for a different alternative to the traditional appetizers, without wanting to invest too much time in the kitchen or make too much effort, there is no better option than these ...

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To make plantain chips, green plantains are peeled and sliced thinly. The slices are then fried in hot oil until they become ...