Platanos are starchy fruits similar to bananas, often used in Latin American and Caribbean cooking for both savory and sweet dishes.

How do I know when platanos are ripe?

Green platanos are unripe and great for frying. Yellow to black skin indicates ripeness, making them sweeter and perfect for mashing or baking.

How do I peel platanos?

Cut off the ends, slice the skin lengthwise, and use your fingers or a knife to lift and remove the thick peel.

What dishes can I make with platanos?

Popular dishes include tostones, maduros, mofongo, plantain chips, and pastelón.

Do I need to cook platanos before eating?

Yes, platanos should be cooked before eating, as raw plantains are hard and starchy.

How do I fry platanos?

Slice platanos, heat oil in a skillet, and fry until golden on both sides. Drain on paper towels and season as desired.

Yes, you can bake peeled and sliced platanos at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes until golden.

How should I store fresh platanos?

Store them at room temperature until ripe. Once ripe, you can refrigerate to slow further ripening.

Can I freeze platanos?

Yes, peel and slice the platanos, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

What's the difference between platanos and bananas?

Platanos are starchier, larger, and need to be cooked, unlike sweet, ready-to-eat bananas.

How do I use platanos in savory recipes?

Green platanos are ideal for savory dishes like tostones or mofongo because they're firmer and less sweet.

Are platanos gluten-free?

Yes, platanos are naturally gluten-free and safe for gluten-intolerant diets.

How do I make sweet fried plantains (maduros)?

Slice ripe (yellow/black) platanos and fry in a bit of oil until golden and caramelized on both sides.

Can I eat the peel of platanos?

No, the peel is thick and inedible. Always remove the skin before cooking.

Where can I buy platanos?

You can buy it at MasGusto! Latino Market, www.masgusto.com.

Where can I buy platanos around me?

You can buy it now on the MasGusto! Latino Market App and get it delivered to your home as fast as tomorrow.

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Platanos is a versatile tropical fruit, rich in vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, making it an excellent choice for healthy meal preparation. Whether fried, boiled, baked, or mashed, platanos add a unique taste and texture to both sweet and savory dishes, including tostones, mofongo, and plantain chips. Their natural energy content and gluten-free properties make them popular in various cuisines across the world. The best place to buy platanos online is at masgusto.com with free delivery available.

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#1

Yellow Plantain

Perfect for making tostones, maduros, or mofongo, this ripe plantain offers a sweet, rich flavor that enhances Latin and Caribbean dishes. Naturally high in fiber and vitamins, it's a healthy, versatile staple in authentic plantain recipes.

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I love them
anyelissapolo07
Delicious, that's how I like them!
Cindy
Those bananas are delicious. They arrived in good condition.
yohanaatorres94
Excellent quality
enyolana
Good quality and fresh
La Domini
God size. Will freeze one and slice for my maduros, Another will make Dulce de platano maduros or candied.
milagrosr9
They are fairly large but riper than I expected.
creamie282628
I expected them to be more mature, but I'll be patient and wait for them to mature
Sindy
5 units came, good quality
Melida

#2

Green Plantains 2 lb

Perfect for Latin American recipes like tostones, patacones, and mofongo, these fresh plantains offer a starchy, satisfying texture and mild flavor. They’re rich in fiber and vitamins, making them a healthy, versatile choice for flavorful dishes.

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Excellent Quality
enyolana
Not bad, still will definitely
Elina
Perfect, its greenness
marianmaisonet
Delighted with the products
Yulissa
Very green and large. I loved it!
Dania
Nice and thick
Jae78
I love it
EdeliNuñez
Large and super fresh
Alexa
Really fresh and big
Samantha

#3

Baby Banana 2.8-3.2 lb

These small, firm bananas are perfect plantain substitutes—sweet, slightly starchy, and great for frying. Ideal in Dominican mofongo, Cuban tostones, or Puerto Rican maduros. Packed with potassium and fiber, they boost energy while staying low‑fat and nutritious.

$4.49 - $4.99

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Sweet excellent for baking.
Fatima
They are almost ripened
vanessagreen8923
The banana is not as pictured. It is also damaged.
weee.10304332
Lots of bananas for the price
maynme
Unripe black bananas due to freezing
weee.12616495
I mistook it for cherrupazham. Not gonna buy it again .
drmpaulusa2022
Good packed thanks!
weee.16132695
fresh quality product
Prudhvi Raj Reddy Muppalla
perfect green. ready to eat. so yummy
Ingvika
Waiting to ripe, but it was delivered with care
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#4

Green Cooking Banana 3 lb

Perfect for plantain lovers, this 3‑lb bunch offers firm green and sweet ripe options for tostones, maduros, arroz con gandules, pupusas or chips. Rich in potassium, fiber and low‑fat, it delivers hearty texture and natural sweetness in every bite.

$2.19 - $2.99

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Very beautiful and green. Excellent.
enyolana
Good quality
Rodeline
4 bags arrived in good condition
roxana1992ortiz
I love ordering from here, it's cheaper than elsewhere
Yulissa
They arrived well packaged and in good condition.
josimarie
Ready, for many different ways
Jae78
Perfectly green bananas which I’m soaking to remove the skin before making pasteles with them! They can also be boiled in a little salt water & served with a drizzle of olive oil, or dried to make crispy fritters! They’re so fresh. So happy I ordered them!
Carmen10989
we almost eat it all lol
Giselle
Delighted with the prices
Yulissa
Very good quality and there are quite a few!
Sindy Orellana

#5

Goya Fried Yuca 16 oz

Crispy fried yuca works as a plantain‑style side in Caribbean and Latin meals—perfect for tostones, mofongo, or as a crunchy topping on arroz con pollo. Its salty, buttery flavor mimics fried plantains, offering a convenient, ready‑to‑heat option for plantain lovers.

$4.49 - $4.99

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Platanos near me

Buy your favorite platanos online with free delivery. MasGusto! has nation wide free shipping options with low minimums. Order platanos near you and enjoy on-demand, contactless free delivery. Our latino market has no markups and prices are most often cheaper than retail stores. Thousands of families rely on MasGusto! to get fresh latino cuisine food ingredients to their home for cooking dinner. Find the biggest nearby selection of Mexican, Dominican, Puertorican or Brazilian food.

Frequently asked questions

What are platanos?
Platanos are starchy fruits similar to bananas, often used in Latin American and Caribbean cooking for both savory and sweet dishes.
How do I peel platanos?
Cut off the ends, slice the skin lengthwise, and use your fingers or a knife to lift and remove the thick peel.
Do I need to cook platanos before eating?
Yes, platanos should be cooked before eating, as raw plantains are hard and starchy.
Can I bake platanos?
Yes, you can bake peeled and sliced platanos at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes until golden.
Can I freeze platanos?
Yes, peel and slice the platanos, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
How do I use platanos in savory recipes?
Green platanos are ideal for savory dishes like tostones or mofongo because they're firmer and less sweet.
How do I make sweet fried plantains (maduros)?
Slice ripe (yellow/black) platanos and fry in a bit of oil until golden and caramelized on both sides.
Where can I buy platanos?
You can buy it at MasGusto! Latino Market, www.masgusto.com.

How do I know when platanos are ripe?
Green platanos are unripe and great for frying. Yellow to black skin indicates ripeness, making them sweeter and perfect for mashing or baking.
What dishes can I make with platanos?
Popular dishes include tostones, maduros, mofongo, plantain chips, and pastelón.
How do I fry platanos?
Slice platanos, heat oil in a skillet, and fry until golden on both sides. Drain on paper towels and season as desired.
How should I store fresh platanos?
Store them at room temperature until ripe. Once ripe, you can refrigerate to slow further ripening.
What's the difference between platanos and bananas?
Platanos are starchier, larger, and need to be cooked, unlike sweet, ready-to-eat bananas.
Are platanos gluten-free?
Yes, platanos are naturally gluten-free and safe for gluten-intolerant diets.
Can I eat the peel of platanos?
No, the peel is thick and inedible. Always remove the skin before cooking.
Where can I buy platanos around me?
You can buy it now on the MasGusto! Latino Market App and get it delivered to your home as fast as tomorrow.

I love them
anyelissapolo07
Delicious, that's how I like them!
Cindy
Those bananas are delicious. They arrived in good condition.
yohanaatorres94
Excellent quality
enyolana
Good quality and fresh
La Domini
God size. Will freeze one and slice for my maduros, Another will make Dulce de platano maduros or candied.
milagrosr9
They are fairly large but riper than I expected.
creamie282628
I expected them to be more mature, but I'll be patient and wait for them to mature
Sindy
5 units came, good quality
Melida
Excellent Quality
enyolana
Sweet excellent for baking.
Fatima
They are almost ripened
vanessagreen8923
The banana is not as pictured. It is also damaged.
weee.10304332
Lots of bananas for the price
maynme
Unripe black bananas due to freezing
weee.12616495
I mistook it for cherrupazham. Not gonna buy it again .
drmpaulusa2022
Good packed thanks!
weee.16132695
fresh quality product
Prudhvi Raj Reddy Muppalla
perfect green. ready to eat. so yummy
Ingvika
Waiting to ripe, but it was delivered with care
winibiebareng
Very beautiful and green. Excellent.
enyolana
Good quality
Rodeline
4 bags arrived in good condition
roxana1992ortiz
I love ordering from here, it's cheaper than elsewhere
Yulissa
They arrived well packaged and in good condition.
josimarie
Ready, for many different ways
Jae78
Perfectly green bananas which I’m soaking to remove the skin before making pasteles with them! They can also be boiled in a little salt water & served with a drizzle of olive oil, or dried to make crispy fritters! They’re so fresh. So happy I ordered them!
Carmen10989
we almost eat it all lol
Giselle
Delighted with the prices
Yulissa
Very good quality and there are quite a few!
Sindy Orellana
The frozen plantains. Are you okay?
melendez.angelica5
So good. They taste homemade. Easy to microwave. They arrived fully frozen. Great price.
Aracelly
First time buying this - hope it’s good! I like to sprinkle some sugar and broil for a treat
AnjuBolton
I really love this fried sweet plantain. For sure I’ll order again
nette_ebuna
sweet sweet tasty.
Lava
I've already tried them, and they are delicious.
PaulaGonzalez
Hope this brand is good.
MP
Sweet and delicious!
Beatriz
It looks delicious. Buy it and try it~~~
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