Yuca Fries Recipe

Name: Yuca Fries Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb frozen yuca; 1 tsp salt; 3 qts water

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings
6 servings
Calories
120 kcal
Course
Side Dish
Cuisine
South American

Yuca Fries Recipe

Vanessa Armstrong

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Here is a favorite recipe from my childhood. Fried Yuca strips or cassava fries with a garlic aioli. These are very similar to potato french fries but have a creamier and sweeter flavor. You will love these!

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Ingredients

Servings

1 lb frozen yuca (I like Goya brand frozen yuca)
1 tsp salt
3 qts water

Oil for frying - I like canola or peanut oil

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Instructions

In a 4 qt. pot add water (about ¾ of the way up) and add the salt. Bring to a boil and add the yuca. Boil for about 20-30 minutes.
Drain and allow to cool.
Cut yuca lengthwise into strips.
Fry in hot oil a few at a time until golden brown.
Drain on paper towel and sprinkle with a little salt
Serve with aioli or your favorite dip

Nutrition Information

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Calories 120kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 28g (9%) Protein 1g (2%) Sodium 413mg (17%) Potassium 204mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 10IU (0%) Vitamin C 15.6mg (17%) Calcium 22mg (2%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 120 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	120kcal	6%
Carbohydrates	28g	9%
Protein	1g	2%
Sodium	413mg	17%
Potassium	204mg	4%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	1g	2%
Vitamin A	10IU	0%
Vitamin C	15.6mg	17%
Calcium	22mg	2%
Iron	0.2mg	1%