By: Yena Lee
Plantains are everywhere, yet few people know what to do with the banana imposter.
Flavor wise, the plantain — a close sibling to the banana — is much starchier. Plus, you don’t eat raw plantains.
There are many other ways to prepare them though. From frying to mashing them into pancakes, the possibilities are almost endless.
Next time you are at a grocery store and see some plantains, grab a couple and try them out. They just might become your new favorite fruit.
Tostones (aka plantain chips)