On Fri, 8 Jun 2012 18:29:04 -0500, "Keith" >
wrote:
>
> "Gary" > wrote in message ...
> > My grocery store has them on sale this week 3/$1.00 . I've never tried
> > them
> > but have always been curious so this is my chance. I plan to buy tomorrow
> > morning. I like bananas so I'm assuming I should like these similar
> > things?
> >
> > I do know they need to be cooked and I want to try them as plain as
> > possible
> > the first time to experience the true taste. I did a google search and see
> > that fried seems to be the best plain way.
> >
> > I'm thinking of slicing and frying in a pan with just a bare melted layer
> > of
> > butter. Or would a neutral tasting oil be better?
> >
> > Any opinions are welcome tonight. I'll be at the grocery store at 6am
> > tomorrow morning...my traditional time for shopping.
> >
> > Gary
>
> I love them fried over medium temp in butter until just soft. A bit of
> caramelization is good -- black is not good.
>
I keep looking at them, thinking I'd like to try cooking them at home
but haven't taken the plunge yet. I do like the Salvadoran plantain
and refried beans combination when we eat out.

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