Yucca Recipe
Fried or boiled yucca, a popular side in Brazilian cuisine.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Yucca
Peel the yucca and cut it into 2-inch pieces.
- 2
Boil the Yucca
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the yucca pieces and cook for about 20-25 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- 3
Fry the Yucca
In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the boiled yucca pieces and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Optional Garlic Flavor
If desired, add minced garlic to the oil during the last minute of frying for extra flavor.
- 5
Serve
Remove the fried yucca from the oil and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and serve hot as a side dish.
