#plantains

#plantains

Fried plantains are a takeout staple in suburban Maryland, commonly found in pupuserias, Peruvian rotisseries, and Caribbean spots. Punta Cana Tropical Grill stands out with its plantain dishes.

Bananas and plantains are very closely related, both belonging to the Musa genus, but they differ mainly in culinary use rather than species classification.

Plantains are larger than bananas and have a higher starch content; they must be cooked before consumption, unlike raw bananas.

The torta de plátano, a Venezuelan dish made with sweet plantains and cheese, resembles lasagna and showcases the Italian influence in Venezuelan cuisine.