Flavor description
A jumbo cooking banana that can be eaten at every stage of ripeness. When green, it tastes starchy, like a potato; when ripe, it tastes sweet, like a banana.

How to find
Found in large supermarkets and specialty stores. Buy online at www.melissas.com.

Related Articles
How To Cook Caribbean: Cultures and seasonings from around the world collide in this spicy, flavorful island cuisine. See article.

Recipes
Sweet Plantain and Chocolate Empanaditas
Cuban Chicken-and-Plantain Stew

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Pancetta
Panch phoron
Panko
Paprika
Parmigiano-reggiano
Parsley
Pesto
Phyllo
Picadillo
Pigeon pea
Pine nuts (pignolias)
Plantain
Plum sauce
Poblano
Polenta
Prosciutto