Caribbean Yuca (Cassava) Fries
Sure, you've eaten french fries, sweet potato fries, and maybe even plantain fries, but there's one more crispy side dish you should add to your fry rotation: yuca fries. Also called cassava fries, these tasty little bites are made from yuca (a.k.a. cassava), a starchy root often used in Latin American and Caribbean cuisines.
Turning yuca into homemade fries that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside is easy. Deep-frying accentuates yuca's slightly sweet, nutty flavor. It's similar in texture and taste to potato fries, but sweeter and more flavorful. You'll be hooked after the first taste.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds yuca (cassava)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Vegetable oil, or another neutral oil (e.g., canola), for deep-frying
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
35 minutes
Total Time:
50 minutes
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