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    Home » African Dinner Recipes

    PUBLISHED: Jul 8, 2016 · UPDATED: Sep 17, 2018 by Precious · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

    5 PLANTAIN RECIPES YOU MUST MAKE

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    5 Plantain Recipes to enjoy for dinner time. They are epic in every way. Enjoy these plantain recipes plus other plantain recipes linked in the post.
    Cameroon plantain recipes

     

    When I go shopping, I buy as many plantains as I can because where there is plantain, there is something to cook. It doesn't matter the state in which the plantains are. The unripe ones could be transformed into a lovely one-pot dish or some crunchy plantain chips if I want to indulge a little. The ripe ones can be fried, boiled, roasted or even made into a pie or pancake. Plantains are so versatile, nutritious and tasty!
    I'll be showing you 5 MUST-MAKE plantain recipes but first, let's talk a little about this tropical goodness.

    cameroon plantains
    Unripe plantains


    Scientifically called Musa paradisiaca, plantains look like bananas and are of the banana family. Think of them as brothers to bananas. They are a staple in tropical regions. They are rich in potassium, vitamins, magnesium, and iron.

    Plantains have been described as "the brain-boosting, immune-building fruit." These plantain recipes will make you lick your fingers while your body absorbs the goodness of plantains. Could anything be better?

    1. Plantain Boats
    If you thought you had seen the best of plantains, wait until you try this plantain boats recipe. If you think grilled plantains are good then plantain boats are G.O.O.D. Totally top-notch and unbelievably easy to make. Get the recipe HERE.
    2. Sese Plantains
    I posted this recipe just a few days ago and it is changing lives already. This one-pot plantain dish is for lazy kitchen days when you still want it to look like you put some effort into cooking. It could change your life too. Get the recipe HERE.
    3. "Born House" Plantains
    I love this dish not only because its taste is authentically African but also because it is of great cultural significance in Cameroon. Is there a new mother in your life? Make sure you make this for her and don't forget to put in enough oyeh. HERE is the recipe.
    4. Poulet DG
    Read my lips: there is nothing better than this sizzling blend of fried plantains and chicken. Nothing! The last testimony I got about the dish was from a lady from Southern Africa who tried it and totally loved it. Always love at first bite! It is great for serving people of different cultures. HERE is the recipe.


    5. Boiled Plantains
    Okay, this is not really a recipe but boiled plantains will work magic when you pair it with dishes like:
    -Okongobong and Egusi
    Oh baby!
    -Ndole
    Oh my!
    - Or even Chicken Stew or Bean Stew. The plantabilities are endless and these recipes I've given you are will bring out the goodness in plantains in a way that you have never imagined.
    Ehen, if you liked this post please share on social media. You can achieve that by simply clicking on one of the buttons above or below the post. Spread the plantain love around!
    Hope these recipes bring joy to your kitchen!
    5 Plantain Recipes to try! #Plantain #PreciousCore
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    • HEALTHY BAKED PLANTAIN FRIES
    • PLANTAIN PUFF PUFF RECIPE
    • HOW TO GRILL PLANTAINS

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    About Precious

    Welcome to my core! I am Precious Nkeih, the recipe developer and writer right here on my blog, Precious Core. My goal is to show you insanely delicious recipes you can replicate in your kitchen. And I love to tell stories too. Hope you find recipes here that will make cooking easier for you! Check me out on YouTube at YouTube.com/PreciousKitchen.

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    1. Toluwalade Toyin-Kehinde says

      July 08, 2016 at 9:35 pm

      Yes to these recipes, I'm up for anything plantain!!!!

      http://www.toyinwithfashion.com

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    2. Precious Nkeih says

      July 09, 2016 at 4:11 am

      Me too! If plantains are involved, I'm in!

      Reply
    3. Arrey Echi says

      July 13, 2016 at 1:34 pm

      Amen to these recipes my first love for food plantain! Next time try 'tape tape' 🙂 very delicious snack too. That sese and born house planti are really calling my name!

      Reply
    4. Precious Nkeih says

      July 13, 2016 at 1:37 pm

      If they are calling your name please just quietly answer the call. Lol
      I have heard good things about 'tape tape'. Will try it.

      Reply
    5. The Life of Lolu says

      August 03, 2016 at 12:30 pm

      I only knew of fried and boiled plantain, but more ways to enjoy plantain... I'm not complaining lol! plantain is BAE!

      http://www.thelifeoflolu.wordpress.com

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    6. Precious Nkeih says

      August 03, 2016 at 8:28 pm

      Plantain is the bae of baes. Lol

      Reply
    7. Mrs Sangbong Dora says

      May 30, 2017 at 7:17 am

      God will richly Bless you for teaching most of us. Kudos my dear

      Reply
      • Precious says

        May 30, 2017 at 12:40 pm

        Thanks so much! God bless you too.

        Reply

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