Costa Rica Cooking - What's a Plantain?

ripe plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: bananas

Zucchini offers a similar texture, while bananas are more affordable.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds creaminess.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

Peel the plantains.

Cut the plantains so they have a flat side.

Sauté the plantains in butter until soft and sweet.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary