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Yucas Fritas

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these golden cassava wedges are first boiled then fried for a satisfying bite.

40 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

PeruvianAppetizerStovetopVeganVegetarianHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SugarLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs yuca root, peeled
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
  • 2 cups vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add half of the 1 tsp fine sea salt.

  2. 2

    Cut the 2 lbs peeled yuca root into thick spears and boil in the pot for 15 minutes until tender.

  3. 3

    Drain the yuca root completely and pat dry with paper towels.

  4. 4

    Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a skillet to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

  5. 5

    Fry the yuca root in batches for 5 minutes until crisp and golden brown.

  6. 6

    Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with remaining fine sea salt.

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Questions

What is Yucas Fritas?

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these golden cassava wedges are first boiled then fried for a satisfying bite. This reference files it under Peruvian appetizer: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 40 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Yucas Fritas?

As written, 40 minutes: 15 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (15 minutes): "Cut the 2 lbs peeled yuca root into thick spears and boil in the pot for 15 minutes until tender."

How do I know when Yucas Fritas is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 5: cook until crisp and golden brown.

Why pat it dry first in Yucas Fritas?

Step 3 reads: "Drain the yuca root completely and pat dry with paper towels." Surface water has to boil off before anything can brown. Drying at step 3 means the food sears in the first minute instead of steaming.

How many calories are in Yucas Fritas?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 280 calories, with 2 g protein, 42 g carbohydrate and 12 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 300 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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