15 Overripe Plantain Recipes

Plantains are a staple diet for many people in poor countries. They are inexpensive, simple to raise, and, of course, quite healthful. However, if you have some that are beyond their prime, you do not have to discard them!

Plantain may be used to produce a variety of delicious and savory recipes. Make plantain chips with them, or try this recipe for fried plantain with ground meat and onions.

So, how can you use overripe plantain?Overripe plantains may be used in a variety of ways. You can create banana bread, plantain pudding, and a variety of other dishes. Overripe plantains may even be used to create a nutritious and kid-friendly dessert.

Here are a few ideas for transforming overripe plantains into something tasty and healthful.

15 Overripe Plantain Recipes

In the Caribbean and Latin America, plantains are often used as a starch. Plantain chips, plantain fritters, plantain balls, plantain cake, plantain pudding, and more recipes may be made from overripe plantains.

Tatale (African Plantain Pancakes)

These African-inspired plantain pancakes are the ideal way to end a hearty dinner. You may serve them as a main meal or as an appetizer.

This recipe requires ripe plantains and a small skillet, and it may be started after a full day at work.

Overripe plantains are simple to prepare; their sweetness makes them easy to peel even when they are still pretty solid.

Using a paring knife, peel the plantain. Then, chop the meat into pieces that will fit into the saucepan while retaining part of the skin.

Cook until the plantain softens somewhat and has some texture, adding a little water as needed.

Then, using a fork, mash the cooked plantain. To taste, add spices such as ginger, nutmeg, cumin, coriander, and salt, or serve plain.

Fried plantain

Fried plantains are a healthier alternative to french fries! They’re a fast snack or side dish that’s very simple to create.

In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat your frying oil. Fry the overripe plantains till golden brown and crispy. Just a sprinkle of salt on top, and they’re done!

Fried Sweet Plantains

Simply put sugar on top of your fried plantains if you like a sweeter fried plantain. Then, either dip the plantain in melted chocolate or sprinkle it with heated caramel!

Ocean Plantain a la Mexicana | Vegan Plantain Recipe

You’ve undoubtedly had plantain fritters with fried egg, chorizo, or cheese if you’ve ever traveled to Mexico. We’d like to share the recipe for one of our favorite Mexican-inspired recipes with you.

You may make these plantain fritters with any mix of vegetables, but we prefer the tastes of the sea!

Plantain Fudge

This fudge is delicious because it has no refined sugar and is naturally sweetened by the bananas and maple syrup in the recipe. This vegan overripe plantain dish is ideal for dessert, brunch, or a light snack.

Puerto Rican Fried Plantains

These fried plantains are so delicious that we only eat them for morning anymore.

Overripe plantains may be used in place of bananas in a variety of recipes.

They’re also fantastic for making sweet foods like fritters and fudge. For this dish, you may cook them in either coconut or veggie oil.

Fry in batches and keep heated in a low oven while the remainder of the batch is cooking.

Original Flava plantain and chickpea curry

This is one of my favorite recipes for overripe plantains. It’s quite simple to prepare and tastes excellent because to the natural flavors of the spices.

If you like curry, you’ll love this dish! You may add any spices you choose, although I’ve discovered that some of the more pungent ones work better in this recipe.

plantain fries

It’s sometimes enjoyable to experiment with different ways to consume your old overripe plantains. You could make fries out of them or mash them up into a flour-like consistency.

Either way, they are delicious!

Flourless Plantain Waffles

I prepared these waffles for my hubby the other day, and they were delicious. They didn’t need any flour, so they’re ideal if you’re gluten intolerant or dislike the taste of ordinary flour.

The batter for these is thick and sticky, resulting in puffy waffles. They may be eaten directly off the waffle iron, but I like them with a drizzle of maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar.

Baked Plantain Chips

If you enjoy plantains but are hesitant to eat them because they appear unusual, this easy dish will persuade you that plantains are just like other varieties of bananas.

They take a little longer to bake than some of the other recipes in this book, but they are well worth the effort. You may eat them plain or serve them as chips with your favorite foods, such as breakfast or supper.

Sticky Sweet Fried Plantains

A traditional Southern dish that will have you wondering why you haven’t tried fried plantains before.

Everything from catfish to corn has been fried in the South. This regulation applies to fried plantains as well.

Once cooked, you may serve them as is, or cover them with a sugar coating for a more delicious experience.

For a delicious dessert treat, dip the plantains in a dish of warm chocolate sauce!

Magic Plantain Tortillas

Plantains may also be used to create delicious tortillas. Simply mash the plantain flesh and form into tiny balls before baking or frying until crispy. These would be excellent paired with guacamole!

Simple Ripe Plantain and Coconut Mini Cakes

Sometimes you want something sweet but are also in the mood for something savory. Try these plantain tiny cakes if that’s the case!

Don’t worry if you’ve never cooked with plantains before; they’re not bananas at all. Plantains, on the other hand, are a starchy tuberous root comparable to yams or potatoes.

If you can’t locate plantains, you may substitute squash or sweet potato. They’ll be comparable in cooking time but somewhat different in texture.

This dish will provide you with something both sweet and savory for breakfast or as a dessert. Just make sure your plantains are delicate enough to be pierced easily with a fork.

Puerto Rican Tostones (Fried Plantains)

Tostones are fried plantain delicacies from Puerto Rico. The original recipe was developed by Puerto Rican ladies who served deep-fried plantains as appetizers or snacks with guacamole and other Puerto Rican meals.

This dish may be made with any kind of plantain, but we like the taste and texture of these ripe plantains.

They’re so adaptable that you may eat them as a snack or as a side dish with your main course. You may alternatively split the tostones in half lengthwise, then make a hole in each side, fill them with meat, cheese, or anything else sounds delicious to you, and bake them.

Ecuadorian Plantains Stuffed with Cheese

Ecuadorian plantains are tasty and have a texture similar to tostones. They’re delicious packed with cheese and served as finger food, or eaten directly from the pan.

Stuff them with cheese, like we did, or try them loaded with refried beans and fried with cilantro.