Yucca Mojo Recipe
Fried seasoned yucca root tossed in mojo citrus pepper sauce
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Yucca Mojo
Method
Directions for Yucca Mojo
- 1
Prepare the Yucca
Peel the yucca root and cut it into 1-2 inch pieces. Boil the pieces in salted water for about 20 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
- 2
Fry the Yucca
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the boiled yucca pieces and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Make the Mojo Sauce
In a blender, combine garlic, orange juice, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
- 4
Combine and Serve
Once the yucca is fried, toss it in the mojo sauce until well coated. Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.
