Hi Everyone,
The next time you peel green or turning plantains to cook, do not throw away the skins. The skins are not only edible but they are an excellent source of fibre.
I’ve made and eaten skin-on green banana and plantain chips before so I know the skins are edible but I had not considered cooking and eating the skins as a vegetable. However, several years ago I encountered a blog post by a doctor in India in which she showcased a dish of finely chopped green plantains skins sautéed with onions and whole spices. The doctor simply described the dish as being crunchy and a good source of fiber. Of course I was
