Type of Vegetable:
Plantain
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Description:
The savory counterpart to bananas, plantains are a dietary cornerstone in Africa and the Americas. Green plantains can be fried, boiled, or transformed into flour for a myriad of delicious recipes. Initially, bananas and plantains were distinguished as two species: Musa sapientum and Musa paradisiaca, respectively.
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Origin:
Guatemala/Costa Rica
