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Why Should Plantains Be Cooked Before Eatinng?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Charmaine Jones

The plantain is a mixed breed fruit that is a vegetable in some cultures and referred to as the cooking banana. Its origin is Southeast Asia, but it is grown widely. It is a staple food in Africa, southern India and throughout tropical America because of its stability of production and high nutritious value.