Yuca Sudada Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Spices & Seasonings
Cooking Liquid
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Yuca
Peel the yuca (cassava) and cut it into 1-inch pieces. Rinse under cold water and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Clean the chicken pieces and pat them dry with a paper towel. Season with salt and black pepper.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Brown the Chicken
Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the pot and brown on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, and bay leaf. Cook for an additional 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 6
Add Yuca and Broth
Add the prepared yuca pieces to the pot, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- 7
Simmer
Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for about 30-40 minutes, or until the yuca is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- 8
Serve
Remove the bay leaf and serve the Yuca Sudada hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

