Plantain bananas are a starchy variety of banana commonly used in cooking rather than eaten raw. Larger and firmer than dessert bananas, plantains have thick green, yellow, or black skin depending on ripeness and offer a mild flavor that becomes sweeter as they mature.
Highly versatile, plantain bananas are used in savory and sweet dishes alike. When green, they are ideal for frying, boiling, or roasting; when ripe, they develop natural sweetness perfect for baking or caramelizing.