A side of black beans and the sweetness of a fried ripe plantain were the perfect compliments to the grilled pork loin topped with a generous serving of tomato and peach salsa. (thecowgirlgourmetinsantafe.com)
Mexican groceries are better to find the ripe ones than places like Whole Foods or Safeway (these both seem to favor the green, less ripe plantains). (straightupfood.com)