Yucas Fritas

Name: Yucas Fritas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients: 2 lbs yuca root, peeled; 1 tsp fine sea salt; 2 cups vegetable oil

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

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Ingredients

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

Instructions

1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add half of the 1 tsp fine sea salt.
2

Cut the 2 lbs peeled yuca root into thick spears and boil in the pot for 15 minutes until tender.
3

Drain the yuca root completely and pat dry with paper towels.
4

Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a skillet to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
5

Fry the yuca root in batches for 5 minutes until crisp and golden brown.
6

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

Questions

How long does Yucas Fritas keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Yucas Fritas?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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