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Yuca Fries

Fried yuca is a creative alternative to french fries. It is commonly prepared to accompany a barbecue, broiled chicken, or just on its own. The ingredients are simple and quantities will depend on how many people you want to surprise with this original dish. All you need is: yuca (or cassava root), water, salt and vegetable oil. Here is the preparation:

Cut the ends of the yuca, cut each root in half and peel carefully by setting the cut side down on a chopping board and slicing downward with a knife to cut off the bark. Wash well and set aside.

In a large pot or saucepan add enough water to fully cover the yuca that will be cooked, add some salt and bring to a boil. Once the water is boiling, add the yuca and let it cook for approximately 30 minutes. Once cooked, drain the yuca and let it sit to cool and dry.

Once cooled, pat dry if needed, remove the fibrous 'vein' in the centre of the yuca and cut into fries.

In a saucepan or deep skillet heat the vegetable oil and fry the yuca in small batches until golden brown. Drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil, sprinkle with some salt and serve.

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Other recipes by Zorymar:

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Asado Negro (Venezuelan Roast Beef)
Black Bean Soup
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Tajadas (Fried Ripe Plantain Slices)
Pastel de Acelga (Swiss Chard Pie)

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Tags: appetizer, cassava, fried, yuca

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Comment by Janet Conners on November 14, 2010 at 6:11pm: thanks, Zorymar...I'll try it both ways ...let you know if I like one more than the other.

Comment by Zorymar on November 13, 2010 at 3:06pm: Si Penelope, esta yuca frita queda muy sabrosa! :)

Comment by Zorymar on November 13, 2010 at 3:05pm: Thanks Janet, I'm glad you like it! We also eat the yuca just boiled with some butter on top, usually with barbecue... enjoy!

Comment by penelope hines on November 13, 2010 at 10:39am: que sabroso

Comment by Janet Conners on November 13, 2010 at 10:15am: I am so glad to see this recipe...I have a home in Nicaragua (going there on December 6). I am trying to learn to cook more local food/dishes. Bought yucca last year, and didn't really know what to do with it.
I really love this blog...thank so much for your hard work!