Yuca Frita Recipe

Directions to Prepare Yuca Frita

1. 1

   Prepare the Yuca

   Peel the yuca (cassava) using a sharp knife, removing the tough outer skin. Cut the yuca into 2-inch pieces.

2. 2

   Boil the Yuca

   In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the yuca pieces and 1 tsp of salt. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the yuca is tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.

3. 3

   Drain and Cool

   Once cooked, drain the yuca and let it cool for about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Fry the Yuca

   In a large frying pan, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the yuca pieces in batches, frying them until they are golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch.

5. 5

   Drain Excess Oil

   Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried yuca and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the yuca frita hot, optionally with a dipping sauce or sprinkle of salt.