Cuban plantains

You'd never guess these Cuban Sweet Plantains, also called "maduros", have no added sugar! A popular and easy to make side dish with just two ingredients.

These fried plantains (or platanos maduros) are an authentic Cuban side dish that are a quick an easy recipe to make! Very ripe bananas fried in oil until crispy and caramelized make for a quick snack or side dish that is ready in 10 minutes. Serve this with congri and pernil for a delicious authentic Cuban meal.

Do you ever look at a dish and think, “That looks darn good,” before digging in? That was me the first time I encountered Pollo Tropical Plantains.

These Pan Fried Plantains are a staple Puerto Rican side dish recipe. They're perfectly sweet, caramelized along the outside and deliciously warm on the inside! #friedplantains #SweetPlantains #Madurosrecipe #friedplantainsrecipe #plantainsrecipe #panfriedplantains #bestplantainsrecipe #puertoricanplantainrecipe #puertoricanrecipes #spanishrecipes

I absolutely love plantains. There are so many ways to use this fruit, savory and sweet, and I have collected some of my favorite plantain recipes below.

Well, I'm down to the last plantains post! If you have ever had Plátanos Maduros at a Cuban restaurant, you might just agree that I saved the best for last. :) I do love the Tostones (Fried Green Plantains) from last week, but there's a reason why everyone eyes the last Cuban plantain at the table... Yes, these are sweet, but they are commonly served as a side dish. In fact, they go wonderfully with my favorite Slow Cooker Ropa Vieja, hint hint. If you thought last week's recipe was easy…

Fried Sweet Plantain Slices (Platanos Maduros Fritos) ~ Scrumptious sweet, ripe plantains fried to perfection. Simple and easy, this is the best appetizer or side dish for any meal. #smartlittlecookie #maduros #sweetplantains #plantains #recipe #CubanFood #DominicanFood

Tostones, pan fried green plantains, are simple to make and delicious! Enjoy with zest cilantro-garlic sauce and you're on your way to sunshine.

Nourishing Cuban Black Beans and Rice Bowls with baked plantains (tostones), roasted vegetables, and avocado. Packed with authentic Cuban flavors and ingredients. A healthy, filling, all-in-one recipe that’s vegan and gluten free! #cuban #blackbeans #vegan #glutenfree

Inspired by Yucca con Ajo, these Cuban Mojo Potatoes cooked on the grill in foil packets are loaded with flavor. Combined with garlic, onions, olive oil, lime, and seasonings, sealed tightly in aluminum foil and cooked directly over the charcoals, they are the perfect accompaniment to the Cuban Mojo Chicken or my Mojo Shrimp with Garlic Spinach and Mushrooms.

Discover Caribbean flavors with our Zesty Boiled Green Plantains! This Haitian-inspired dish transforms simple plantains into a mouthwatering side bursting with aromatic spices and fresh herbs. Perfect for those craving authentic Dominican food, this easy recipe combines starchy sweetness with zesty garlic, onions, and peppers. Finished with lime and cilantro, it's a colorful addition to any meal.

Cuban Black Beans and Rice with Collards and Plantains - Connoisseurus Veg

This classic Cuban fufu dish is a tasty mashed plantain blended with savory bacon. Additionally the cooked mashed plantain has onion, garlic, parsley and spices making it an irresistible side dish.

Fufu de Platano (Cuban Boiled Mashed Plantains) - A Sassy Spoon

Roasted plantains filled with seasoned ground meat, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and spices are then topped with cheese for a delicious lunch, dinner, or even breakfast. Very comforting indeed!

Plantains are a type of starchy fruit belonging to the same family as bananas. They are native to Southeast Asia but are now grown in tropical regions worldwide. Plantains are typically larger and firmer than bananas, with a thicker skin and a less sweet, more savory flavor. They are a versatile ingredient in many cuisines, especially in Caribbean, African, and Latin American dishes, where they can be boiled, fried, baked, or grilled.