I need 6 good reasons to learn how to make "Tostones" (fried plantains).?

Question

This is for my speech class (demonstraion speech outline) I can't think of many good reasons except that they are taste good. Please help I really need to do good on this project. Thanks for any and all help!!!!

Answer 1

Plantains are lower in sugar than bananas when used as a dessert.

Plantains require cooking before eating, so might teach useful cooking skills

The dish would be useful in teaching cultural diversity, history and geography (they are common in African, Caribbean and Latin American countries)

They are a common snack in Caribbean and Latin countries

They are also a common side dish for many African, Caribbean and Hispanic foods

I hope this helps.

Answer 2

You need to entertain and invite people over to eat and you need something new to serve.

Answer 3

Plantations are rich in nutrients such as potassium. This readily available food source has a rich history in many cuisines. While similar to a banana, the plantain must be cooked to make it tasty. Your neighbor is from ____ and you want to make her dinner using something she misses from home. You only have two dollars to spend on a side dish that goes well with pork and plantains are on sale this week. Eating several servings of fruits and vegetables each day is tough when your bored.