Starchy cooking banana that transforms from savory-starchy when green to sweet and caramelized when ripe.
Where it comes from
Believed to have originated in Southeast Asia, plantains are now deeply embedded in the culinary traditions of Latin America, where they are used in numerous forms.
In the kitchen
Fried, boiled, or baked, plantains serve as a versatile side dish or base, adding hearty texture and sweetness to various dishes.
Nutrition (per 100g)
122kcalCal
1.5gProtein
0.4gFat
31.9gCarbs
2.3gFiber
Values are AI-estimated, not from a laboratory database
