Yuca Encebollada [Recipe + Video] Boiled Yuca with Onion
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
548 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
South American, Dominican, Vegan
Yuca Encebollada [Recipe + Video] Boiled Yuca with Onion
Description
Yuca Encebollada highlights peeled, chopped yuca boiled until soft, then topped with red onions sautéed in olive oil and softened until translucent. The addition of apple cider vinegar to the onions gives a bright, tangy note that complements the earthy, creamy yuca. Light seasoning with salt and black pepper balances the flavors. The cooking method ensures the yuca is tender but intact, providing a satisfying starch base, while the vinegar-infused onions bring a zesty finish to the dish.
This dish works well as a side to grilled or roasted meats, adding a textural and flavor contrast on the plate. The preparation method keeps components simple and distinct, making it suitable for home cooks wanting a straightforward vegetable side with traditional flavors.
Ingredients
- 2.5 pound cassava 1.1kg] peeled, chopped, washed, aka yuca
- 1.5 teaspoon salt [9g]
Ingredients for onions
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 red onion sliced thinly, large
- 3 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1½ teaspoon salt (or more, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper or to taste, freshly-cracked or ground
Instructions
1. Hervir
- Place yuca into a medium-sized pot. Pour in 6 cups [1.5l] of water and add salt. Simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, or until tender (test by poking with a fork). Remove the yuca from the water.
2. Make onions
- Heat oil in a skillet over low heat. Add onions and cook and stir until they become translucent (2-3 minutes).Add vinegar and stir until the onions turn a bright color (2 mins).Season with pepper, and salt to taste.
3. Serve
- Top yuca with onions and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 548 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 548kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 108g | 36% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Sodium | 1203mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 775mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 38IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 58mg | 64% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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