Description
Caribbean Yuca (Cassava) Fries are a crispy, golden-brown snack or side dish featuring tender cassava pieces fried to perfection. These fries offer a delightful contrast of a crunchy exterior and a soft, fluffy interior. Perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper, they make a flavorful alternative to traditional potato fries and pair wonderfully with a variety of dipping sauces like ketchup, mojito garlic sauce, or spicy mayo.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds cassava (yuca)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Neutral oil for frying (about 2 to 3 inches in depth)
Instructions
- Gather the ingredients: Assemble all your ingredients including the cassava, salt, pepper, and neutral oil for frying.
- Prepare the yuca: Peel the yuca and cut it lengthwise into 4-inch pieces to make handling easier and ensure even cooking.
- Boil the yuca: Place the cut yuca pieces in a pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil and season the water with salt to taste. Let the yuca cook until it is fork tender, which should take about 20 minutes.
- Drain and cool: Pour out the hot water and drain the yuca well. Allow the pieces to cool until they are comfortable to handle without burning yourself.
- Cut into fries: Cut each piece of yuca in half lengthwise and carefully remove the hard fibrous spine from the center. Then slice the pieces into 1/2-inch thick strips resembling fries.
- Heat the oil: Pour about 2 to 3 inches of neutral oil into a heavy pot or Dutch oven. Heat over high until the oil reaches 350°F (175°C), suitable for frying.
- Fry the yuca pieces: Fry the yuca batches in the hot oil until they develop a gentle golden brown color. This frying step ensures a crispy outside and soft inside texture.
- Drain and season: Use a slotted spoon to remove the fries from the oil. Let them drain on paper towels to remove excess oil, then season immediately with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve: Serve the yuca fries hot as you would traditional french fries. They are excellent with dips such as ketchup, mojito garlic sauce, or spicy homemade mayonnaise.
Notes
- Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these Caribbean cassava fries are a fantastic side dish for many dinners or snacks.
- Ensure the oil temperature is steady at 350°F to avoid greasy fries and to achieve the perfect crispiness.
- Removing the fibrous spine from yuca is essential for a better texture and eating experience.
- Try serving with a variety of dipping sauces to complement the mild flavor of the fries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 150g)
- Calories: 379 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 118 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 90 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
