Tostones
Crisp, twice-fried green plantains
25 minutes · 4 servings
Recipes, roots & a little kitchen wisdomA whole world
A whole world
of plantains.
Golden and crisp. Soft and sweet. Discover the recipes, everyday know-how, and food traditions behind this wonderfully versatile fruit.
Caribbean rootsMany traditionsEveryday cooking
One fruit. So many ways.Start with the right ripeness.
01 Choose your plantain02 Find your recipe03 Learn the technique04 Share the table
Start with the classics
Explore all recipes ↗Good food starts here.
Four ways to get to know plantains.
The plantain field guideGreen or ripe?
Green or ripe?
There’s a dish for that.
The secret starts before you turn on the stove. Match your plantain’s ripeness to the meal you want to make.
GreenFirm and savory. Think tostones, mofongo, and comforting soups.
RipeSoft and sweet. Think caramelized maduros and golden bakes.
A little more confidence
Beyond the recipe.
THE KITCHEN · 01Peel it.
Understand
Many places.
Peel it.
Prep it. Cook it.
A simple way through a stubborn green peel, plus the techniques to know.
THE INGREDIENT · 02Understand
what’s on your plate.
Nutrition facts with clear portions, preparation notes, and sources.
THE ROOTS · 03Many places.
A shared ingredient.
Explore the dishes and traditions that give plantains a place at the table.
Cook them. Grow them.
Get to know them.
There’s always another way to enjoy a plantain.
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