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.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Plantains hung up in a market. - Pernandi Imanuddin/Shutterstock "If the plantains are fully ripened, I recommend deep frying them ...

Double-frying smashed, unripe plantains yields patacones, which are the ideal scoop for this bright and colorful sea bass ceviche. Bibiana González Rave, owner and winemaker at Alma de Cattleya in ...

This simple starter of fried plantains quickly became the star of Adrian Forte’s menu at Sam Jordan’s modern Caribbean restaurant Lucia, which opened on Fairfax Avenue in the spring. The caramelized, ...

These thinly sliced burro bananas or plantains are fried until deeply golden and crispy and salty, excellent with a Cubano sandwich and a mamey milkshake. Cut the ends off and peel the bananas. Slice ...

Tostones are a popular Ecuadorian snack prepared by twice-frying green plantains. The first fry softens the plantains, while the second fry makes them crispy. Usually served with a sprinkle of salt, ...

Fried spicy plantain chips are a delicious and crispy snack with a kick of heat Cut off the ends of the plantains. Make a shallow lengthwise cut through the peel. Use your fingers to peel off the skin ...