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 ...

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

If you see a plantain in your kitchen, what’s on the menu? Plantain fufu, pasteles, rellenitos de plátano, tostones, mole de plátano, mofongo are just a few of the dishes that come to mind. So many ...

If you've ever found yourself feeling guilty about enjoying the comfort of plantains, never do that again. The fruit is not only versatile (you can fry it or bake it, make it savory or sweet) but also ...

Google is not your friend when searching for "authentic" plantain recipes and reliable information. But your retired Spanish-teacher mom and Colombian exchange sister definitely rank at the top of the ...

There’s something about plantain that feels like a warm hug from home. Maybe it’s the golden color when it caramelizes just right in the pan, or the sweet aroma that fills the kitchen before the food ...

In a thorough search through the grocery-store chip aisle, I found that preservatives or not, most chips — even Doritos — don’t actually contain much added sugar. Barbecue chips are the exception, ...

Plantains are a common staple in tropical countries around the world. And their versatility doesn't just encompass both sweet and savory recipes, but also an array of different cooking methods.

I love discovering new recipes from different cuisines. These Beef Patty Pies (similar to Empanadas) with Fried Plantain Chips recipe are one of my newfound favorites! We have affiliate relationships ...

First thing’s first: Decide if you need unripe or ripe plantains. If you want them to be sticky, caramelized and sweet—like you would when making maduros—you’ll need to buy them ripe, or buy them ...