Ingredient

Plantain Chips

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Plantain chips are primarily used as a crunchy snack food, offering an alternative to …

What it is

Plantain chips are a savory snack made from unripe or green plantains, a tropical fruit related to the banana. The plantains are sliced thinly, fried or baked until crisp, and typically seasoned with salt.

Why it's used

Plantain chips are primarily used as a crunchy snack food, offering an alternative to potato chips. Manufacturers use them as a base for snacks, often seasoned with various spices or herbs to create different flavor profiles.

Health notes

Plantain chips are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of carbohydrates and potassium. JECFA has evaluated plantains and found them to be of low toxicological concern. Like other fried snacks, excessive consumption may contribute to a high intake of sodium and fat.

Allergen info

Plantains are not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Plantain Chips

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La Dominica La Dominica, Special Plantain Chips Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 571kcal 3.6Protein 35.7Fat 60.7Carbs Salted Plantain Chips, Salted New Seasons Market, LLC Salted Plantain Chips, Salted Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 0Protein 26.7Fat 63.3Carbs New Seasons Market, LLC Salted Plantain Chips, Salted Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 0Protein 26.7Fat 63.3Carbs Madecasse LLC Madagascar Plantain & Sea Salt Single Origin Chocolate, Madagascar Plantain & Sea Salt Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 560kcal 8Protein 40Fat 52Carbs Lunds Inc Sweet & Crispy Churro Plantain Chips, Sweet & Crispy Churro Wholesome Snacks 500kcal 0Protein 26.7Fat 63.3Carbs Jo-Lee Food Products, Inc. Spicy Plantain Chips, Spicy Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 3.3Protein 26.7Fat 66.7Carbs CIBO VITA INC Plantain Chips Wholesome Snacks 467kcal 3.3Protein 23.3Fat 70Carbs Hines Nut Company Plantain Chips Wholesome Snacks 536kcal 3.6Protein 28.6Fat 64.3Carbs Cape House Foods LLC Cuban Black Beans, Planta In And Rice With Garlic Crema Sauce Rice Bowl, Cuban Entrees, Sides & Small Meals High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 439kcal 12.2Protein 13.8Fat 66.7Carbs BEMAR SNACKS INC. Chili & Lime Plantain And Pork Skins With Cassava Chips Party Mix, Chili & Lime Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 0.0Protein 0.0Fat 0.1Carbs Waymouth Farms, Inc. Jerk Style Plantain Chips, Jerk Style Wholesome Snacks 500kcal 3.3Protein 26.7Fat 63.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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