If you've ever confused a plantain for a banana, you're not alone. These two long, yellow fruits could be twins -- if one twin were a little bit bigger and starchier than the other. It's easy to ...

It's easy to confuse bananas with plantains at the grocery store. After all, plantains are a member of the banana family Musaceae. At first glance, it's clear that these two are family members.

When you conjure up images of bananas and plantains in your mind's eye — or even have a look at a pair of photos, for that matter — they are clearly quite similar. Both are elongated fruits, often ...

If you’re looking to eat more gut-healthy foods or potassium-rich foods, which is better for you, plantains vs. bananas? Even though they are similar in look and texture, plantains are not as sweet as ...

If you're new to the world of plantains, we've got everything you need to know here. And if you're a tried and true plantain fan, stick around for some new recipe ideas. Experts believe plantains ...

Mallory Arnold was born and raised in Ohio but currently resides and writes from Nashville, Tennessee. She likes running marathons, testing out fun new recipes, and writing about the fascinating, the ...

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Bananas and plantains are fruits that belong to the same family and share some nutritional similarities; however, they differ in many ways, including flavor, texture, and how they are used. Whether ...