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Bananes au four, or how to bake plantains in style

Name: Bananes au four (Baked plantains) Eaten in: Some Ivorian households 🙂 Foodie: Maryse Looking for a quick supper for a weeknight? Well, here’s the perfect recipe! Simple, healthy and

Braised plantains, Gblissi… or a versatile meal!!

Name: Braised plantains, Gblissi Eaten in: West Africa Foodie: Maryse Little trick: Mature plantains tend to get sticky when baking; to avoid some cleaning, use a piece of aluminum foil and oil This is an easy, simple and great idea for a snack… or an alternative to rice or pasta as an accompaniment to your favourite… Continue reading Braised plantains, Gblissi… or a versatile meal!!

Wonder Bananas!

PLANTAINS The plantain is a member of the banana family. These fruits can either be green, yellow or almost black, according to their ripeness. When plantains are green and unripe, they have a chalky texture and flavor resembling a potato. Plantains should not be eaten raw, but once cooked, boiled, fried, baked or roasted, they… Continue reading Wonder Bananas!