First things first: Decide if you need unripe or ripe plantains. If you want them to be sticky and caramelized when cooked—like maduros, which are sweet, ripe plantains fried in oil—you’ll need to buy ...

There’s something so satisfying about munching on crispy plantain chips. They’re crunchy, delicious, and the perfect snack to enjoy at any time. If you’re craving something salty, want to make a ...

This Thai-inspired dish is a light, bright and refreshing alternative to fried fish. Instructions: Combine the cabbage, chile, cilantro, onions and carrot in a large mixing bowl. Stir the lime juice, ...

Go for an international twist when you embark on your next family cooking adventure. Discover healthy plantains. You’ve no doubt seen them in the produce section of your grocery store, and possibly ...

When we are looking for a different alternative to the traditional appetizers, without wanting to invest too much time in the kitchen or make too much effort, there is no better option than these ...

These thinly sliced burro bananas or plantains are fried until deeply golden and crispy and salty, excellent with a Cubano sandwich and a mamey milkshake. Cut the ends off and peel the bananas. Slice ...

To make these crispy chicken strips, Paola Velez first dredges the strips in a flour mixture, then dips them in a buttermilk brine — the same brine used to initially brine the chicken, bolstered with ...

Google is not your friend when searching for "authentic" plantain recipes and reliable information. But your retired Spanish-teacher mom and Colombian exchange sister definitely rank at the top of the ...

How do you like your chicken tenders? Covered in breadcrumbs? Crusted in Cheez-Its? Swathed in golden, crunchy batter? In this episode of Last-Minute Meals with Paola, Paola Velez takes an extra ...