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Fried yuca strips with garlic aioli

Yuca Fries Recipe

Here is a favorite recipe from my childhood.  Fried Yuca strips or cassava fries with a garlic aioli.  These are very similar to potato french fries but have a creamier and sweeter flavor.  You will love these! 
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Latin American
Keyword: fried yuca, tapas recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 120kcal
Author: Analida Braeger

Ingredients

  • 1 lb frozen yuca (I like Goya brand frozen yuca)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 qts water

Oil for frying - I like canola or peanut oil

Instructions

  • In a 4 qt. pot add water (about ¾ of the way up) and add the salt. Bring to a boil and add the yuca. Boil for about 20-30 minutes.
  • Drain and allow to cool.
  • Cut yuca lengthwise into strips.
  • Fry in hot oil a few at a time until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towel and sprinkle with a little salt
  • Serve with aioli or your favorite dip

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 413mg | Potassium: 204mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 15.6mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.2mg