Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Every year on June 5th, plantain lovers across the globe come together to celebrate World Plantain Day. This annual observance is ...

Ever had sweet plantains, platanos, banana peze, or plantain chips? This sometimes sweet, yet often savory food can be found in a variety of common dishes or as a snack. But many are unfamiliar with ...

Peel and cut plantains lengthwise in half. Place plantains in pot of cold water (enough to cover) and bring to a boil until fork tender. Remove from water. Toss in butter. Set aside. Step 2: Lamb ...

We had to talk about the plantain frittata. Nina Oduro wouldn’t let me leave our video call before sharing what she loved about the dish. The flavor profile, Oduro told me, is typical in West Africa, ...

Plantains are a staple in Latino, Afro-Caribbean, and African cuisines where they are used like potatoes—as a filling and delicious starchy side dish. They look like overgrown bananas, but unlike ...

When Joseph Gyan opened Global African Market in Chicago Heights about two months ago he wanted it to be more than a place where customers can find ingredients for ethnic cuisine. With African art on ...

Plantain is a magnificent tropical fruit and a staple ingredient in West African cuisine. It’s often associated with the banana, the main difference being it contains more starch and fewer sugars.