Plantains are not given the praise they deserve. As a person who loves fried/baked sweet carbs, plantains are PERFECT to satisfy that craving. I grew up on them, and eat them every chance I get. The Peruvian chicken places have made them more popular, and thank God. I can get my fix anytime I want — along with…

Fried plantains and that tomato stew with beef over rice is one of my ALL TIME FAVORITE comfort foods from Nigeria (my dad was born there). Good eating!