Banana Stobá (Plantain Stew) is a traditional Curaçao stew made with ripe plantains, sweet potatoes, potatoes, salted beef, and pork tail. The combination of ripe plantains and sweet potatoes with the salted meats gives this hearty stew a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Cinnamon and annatto add a distinctive flavor and aroma, while all the ingredients are slowly cooked together until tender and the flavors are beautifully combined. Banana Stobá is a comforting dish full of flavor and tradition and is a wonderful example of Curaçao’s rich culinary heritage.

Main Dish

Plantain Soup, known as Sopi di Banana, is a comforting dish enjoyed in Curaçao, Aruba, and Bonaire. Green plantain gives the soup body while vegetables, herbs, and seasoning create a warm Caribbean flavor.

Soup