Regularly

$48.99/Case$0.06/Ounce

$38.08/Case

Usually Ships in 5-7 Business Days from manufacturer

Lead times vary based on manufacturer stock

Not eligible for expedited shipping

Product Overview

  • Expertly harvested mature green plantains
  • Firm, starchy texture; astringent flavor with vegetal notes
  • Traditionally used to create savory recipes
  • Staple ingredient in Caribbean, African, Indian, Southeast Asian, and Latin American cuisine
  • Ships refrigerated
UPC Code:400015545686

Specs

Quantity
1/Case
Shipping Weight
50 lb.
Package Size
50 lb.
Perishable Type
Refrigerated Foods
Type
Plantains  Tropical

Details

Add quality and diversity to your menu with these fresh green plantains! Plantains are a variety of banana, but are recognized as a distinct variety because they are traditionally eaten as both a fruit and a vegetable. These green plantains are harvested at fully maturity and ready to use for cooking! They have a firm, starchy texture and an astringent taste with vegetal, grassy, herbal notes. After they have been cooked these green plantains will offer a texture similar to starchy root vegetables like potato, taro, and yuca. In addition to their great flavor and versatile application, these plantains are also great for you! Like bananas, they're high in potassium, and they're also loaded with dietary fiber, vitamins A, C, and K, and magnesium, making them a great option for getting your daily nutrition. This bulk supply of 50 lb. of green plantains will keep your establishment well stocked with this specialty ingredient!

Though plantains originated in Southeast Asia, they're now grown all over the world and have become an important staple food in regions like the Caribbean, Africa, India, Southeast Asia, and Latin America. These green plantains should be fully cooked or processed before they're eaten. Not only does cooking tenderize the flesh of the fruit, it also breaks down the tough skin and makes them easier to peel. Try boiling and mashing these green plantains to create traditional dishes like West African fufu or Puerto Rican mofongo, or slice and fry them to create Latin American tostones! They make a delicious addition to rich stews and hearty curries, or you can slice them thin and fry them to create deliciously snackable plantain chips. Green plantains pair well with onion, garlic, chile peppers, black beans, shrimp, pork, and poultry - try experimenting with these flavors to create your own delicious plantain dishes! No matter how you choose to use them, these green plantains are sure to set your menu apart from the competition. When storing your plantains, keep them somewhere cool, dry, and well-ventilated. To prevent ripening, do not store near ripe or ripening bananas.

Because this item is not stocked in our warehouse, processing, transit times and stock availability will vary. If you need your items by a certain date, please contact us prior to placing your order. Expedited shipping availability may vary. We cannot guarantee that this item can be cancelled off of the order or returned once it is placed.

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Customer questions about this product

When will my product be shipped?

In order to control the amount of time in transit for these perishable items, they are only shipped on select days of the week. If product is ordered by Thursday, it will ship out the following Wednesday.

Orders placed on or just prior to a holiday could experience a slight delay in shipping.

Frozen and refrigerated items cannot be shipped outside of the United States.

Will the Christmas and New Year's holidays affect the shipment of my refrigerated or frozen food items?

Due to the Christmas/New Year's holidays, some shipments may be delayed up to 3 weeks. Our Customer Solutions team is happy to assist with any questions or concerns.
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  • Refrigerated Food

    Refrigerated Food

    This item is shipped refrigerated. You will need to ensure this item is stored at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or cooler.

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