Discover fresh plantains (matoke) at Sairas, your expert for international delicacies. These starchy plantains are ideal for hearty stews and authentic dishes. Order top quality now at our Hamburg Middle Eastern market.
Fresh plantains (matoke) – Versatile cooking bananas
Plantains, also known worldwide as matoke, are green, starchy bananas prized for their excellent cooking properties. At Sairas, your preferred Hamburg Orient market for international delicacies, we offer this authentic ingredient in top quality. They perfectly complement our wide range of Indian and Persian specialties , as they are valued as a hearty staple food in many cuisines around the world.
Culinary profile
Unlike traditional dessert bananas, plantains are not eaten raw. They have firm flesh and a mild, pleasantly earthy, and neutral flavor. These qualities make them an excellent flavor carrier, optimally absorbing spices, sauces, and complex aromas during cooking.
Uses & Recipes
Matoke are just as versatile in the kitchen as potatoes. They are ideal for boiling, mashing, steaming, or frying. Traditionally, they are used in hearty stews (such as the East African matoke stew) or served as a satisfying side dish to robust meat and vegetable dishes. Whether as an accompaniment to spicy curries or as the main ingredient in a vegan dish, matoke impress with their unique texture and adaptability.
Product details & mandatory information
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Ingredients: 100% meal bananas (matoke, fresh).
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Allergens: Naturally free of known allergens.
Nutritional information (per 100 g)
| Nutritional value |
Crowd |
| Calorific value |
502 kJ / 120 kcal |
| Fat |
< 0.5 g |
| hereof: saturated fatty acids |
< 0.1 g |
| carbohydrates |
30.0 g |
| of which sugar |
< 1.0 g |
| Dietary fiber |
2.5 g |
| protein |
1.2 g |
| Salt |
< 0.01 g |
