Ypioca Recipe
Make Ypioca Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Method
Preparation of Yuca
- 1
Peel and Cut Yuca
Start by peeling the yuca with a sharp knife. Cut it into small chunks, approximately 2 inches in length.
- 2
Boil Yuca
In a large pot, add the yuca chunks and pour in 4 cups of water. Add 1 tsp of salt to the water. Bring it to a boil over medium heat.
- 3
Cook Until Tender
Allow the yuca to boil for about 20-25 minutes, or until it is soft and tender. You can test it by poking it with a fork.
- 4
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the yuca in a colander and let it cool slightly. Set aside for further preparation.
Flavoring and Serving
- 5
Prepare the Garlic
While the yuca is boiling, finely chop the garlic cloves.
- 6
Mix Flavor Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the chopped garlic, 2 tbs of olive oil, 1 cup of chopped fresh cilantro, and 2 tbs of lime juice. Mix well.
- 7
Combine with Yuca
Once the yuca has cooled slightly, add the yuca chunks to the bowl with the flavor mixture. Toss gently to coat the yuca evenly.
- 8
Serve
Transfer the seasoned yuca to a serving platter and enjoy warm as a side dish or appetizer.
