Category: Fruits

It is very low in sugar and this makes it a good choice for diabetics especially when added with other fibers. These and many more are the health benefits for unripe plantain flour. Can unripe plantain cure diabetes? Health Benefits of Plantains Diabetes: In Nigeria, people use plantains as a natural way to manage diabetes. […]

How to Transplant a Banana Tree Step 1: Move Tropical Bananas Indoors. Step 2: Trim the Banana Plant. Step 3: Remove Extra Shoots. Step 4: Dig It Up for Potting. Step 5: Put in a Sunny Window. Step 6: Provide a Summer Vacation Outside. Step 1: Dig the Planting Hole. Step 2: Untangle the Roots. […]

What climate do you need to grow plantains? Plantains need tropical weather to fruit. In their native habitat, plantains are used to 100 millimetres (3.9 in) of water per month and temperatures around 30 °C (86 °F). Where do plantains grow best? Plantains are grown just like bananas, which if you live in USDA zones […]

Green bananas are indigestible and the only way to eat them is by cooking them. They can be boiled, roasted or even fried, and can be enjoyed in recipes like our green banana and coconut milk soup. More tender than plantains, green bananas can replace the former in certain dishes if you don’t have any […]

Plantain chips are a popular snack among Central American, Caribbean, and South American cultures. What country eats Plantain Chips? Fried plantain is a dish cooked wherever plantains grow, from West Africa to East Africa as well as Central America, the tropical region of northern South America and the Caribbean countries like Haiti to Cuba and […]

All you need is loamy soil, constant irrigation and drainage and regular manure to improve the nutrient quality of the soil. Which soil is best for plantain? Loamy soilsThe best type of soil for plantain is loam. Loamy soils are the best producing soils for plantain farming because they contain a large percentage of organic […]

In Cuba, as well as in Miami and other Cuban communities, plantains are often sliced and deep-fried to make chips, or panfried to make tostones, a crisp smashed plantain appetizer or side dish that’s delicious plain or dipped in a garlicky lime sauce. Tostones are practically the Cuban national dish. What culture eats fried plantains? […]

As with all plants, some feeding is required. Feed the plant once a month during the summer with a slow-release 8-10-8 fertilizer. A heavy feeder, a mature tree needs about 1-2 pounds (0.5-1 kg.), spread out in a 4-8 foot (1-2.5 m.) radius around the plant, and then lightly worked into the soil. What fertilizer […]

Harder to peel (especially when green) than bananas, plantains cannot be eaten raw. They must be cooked and are an important part of Central and South American, Caribbean, African, and Southeast Asian cuisines. What cultures eat plantains? Plantains are believed to have originated in Southeast Asia. Two groups of plantains are thought to have a […]

Besides potassium, fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and magnesium, plantain also contains: Vitamin K. Vitamin A. A half-cup serving of boiled, mashed green plantain contains: Calories: 116. Protein: 1 gram. Fat: 0 grams. Carbohydrates: 31 grams. Fiber: 2 grams. Sugar: 14 grams. What’s the benefits of eating green plantains? Plantains contain a good amount of […]

Green plantains are a good source of resistant starch, a type of dietary fiber that helps you feel full, doesn’t raise blood sugar, and feeds the good bacteria that keep your gut healthy. Can diabetics eat green plantains? Green plantains count as starchy vegetables in a diabetes diet and are relatively high in carbohydrates. Prepare […]

A slice or two of fried Plantains are also fine for dogs and should be an occasional treat every now and then. Avoid feeding your canine friends fried Plantains regularly or every day. How much plantain can I give my dog? Fresh Leaves With Food: If you’re going to add plantain to your dog’s dinner […]

Conclusion: Our results support the benefits of green plantain in the dietary management of persistent diarrheapersistent diarrheaDiarrhea is loose, watery stools three or more times a day. Diarrhea may be acute, persistent, or chronic: Acute diarrhea is a common problem that typically lasts 1 or 2 days and goes away on its own. Persistent diarrhea […]

This perennial herb occurs in fields, lawns, roadsides, and other disturbed habitats. English plantain is a common perennial herb that came to America with early European settlers. It flourishes as a weed in disturbed sites but is rarely found in natural landscapes. Where does plantain like to grow? Cultivation of Plantain in Gardens Plantain herb […]

Do not refrigerate plantains until they are fully ripe – allowing to ripen at room temperature will result in more flavorful plantains. To extend the shelf life of fully ripe plantains, place in a plastic bag and refrigerate. Do you keep plantains in the refrigerator? Plantains can be ripened at room temperature. Plantains will keep […]

They’re both very nutritious Both plantains and bananas are a good source of several vital nutrients, including potassium, magnesium, vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidant compounds ( 2 , 3 , 4 ). Do plantains have as much potassium as bananas? Although these fruits contain more potassium, most people wouldn’t usually eat a 1-cup serving of […]

Just throw them in and microwave at high for a few minutes (for a normal size plantain about the same time for a baked potato). when they start to become fully cooked the skin will brake open and juices will come out. Do not overcook or they will become quite dry. Can I use microwave […]

Brush the top of the plantains with the coconut oil mixture. Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Reduce power of the microwave to 50 % and cook for another 2 minutes. Repeat with the other batch. Should you soak plantains before frying? Tostones, or pan-fried green plantains, are practically the Cuban national dish. Soaking the […]

There really isn’t much of a difference between banana chips and plantain chips. In India, people often refer to bananas as plantains or just plain banana chips. What is this? The main difference is that plantains are green in color. Are banana chips plantains? Banana chips (sometimes called banana crisps) are deep-fried or dried, generally […]

How to Make Plantain Chips in the Dehydrator. Making plantain chips in the dehydrator is SO easy! Mostly, because all you have to do is slice them up and turn your dehydrator on. Unlike baking them in the oven, it’s hard to over-bake these. What temperature do you dehydrate plantains? Line the dehydrator with the […]