Yuca Frita Recipe
yuca croquettes, uchucuta de ají verde, salsa huancaína (V, DF)
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Ingredients
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Yuca Frita
Uchucuta de Ají Verde
Salsa Huancaína
Method
Yuca Frita
- 1
Prepare the Yuca
Peel and cut the yuca into thick sticks. Boil in salted water until tender (about 20-25 minutes). Drain and let cool.
- 2
Fry the Yuca
In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, fry the yuca sticks until golden brown and crispy (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with salt.
Uchucuta de Ají Verde
- 3
Blend the Ingredients
In a blender, combine green ají peppers, cilantro, lime juice, garlic cloves, and salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
