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Yuca Frita Recipe

Yuca Frita is a delicious and crispy fried cassava dish, perfect as a snack or side.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Latin American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs yuca (cassava) peeled and cut into thick fries
  • 1 teaspoon salt for boiling water
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • to taste salt for seasoning

Instructions 

  1. 1. Peel the yuca and cut it into thick fries.
  2. 2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt.
  3. 3. Add the yuca to the boiling water and cook until tender, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. 4. Drain the yuca and let it cool slightly.
  5. 5. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  6. 6. Fry the yuca in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes per batch.
  7. 7. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried yuca to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  8. 8. Season with salt to taste and serve immediately.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Fried Cassava, Yuca Frita
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