Green Cooking Bananas

Green cooking bananas, often referred to as green bananas or unripe bananas, are a staple starch in many tropical regions around the world. They are different from the sweet, yellow bananas that are commonly eaten raw. Instead, green bananas are typically cooked and used similarly to how potatoes might be used in other cuisines.

Characteristics: Green bananas are firm and starchy, lacking the sweetness of their yellow, ripened counterparts. They have a thick, green skin that is difficult to peel when unripe. When cooked, they develop a texture similar to that of potatoes, making them an excellent base for a variety of dishes.