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yuca fries with green dipping sauce on a platter

Yuca Fries

Yuca fries a Latin American treat that’s a great alternative to French fries.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Caribbean, Colombian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 274kcal
Author: Marwin Brown

Ingredients

  • lb fresh yuca
  • 2 garlic cloves finely chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Vegetable or Canola Oil for frying

Instructions

  • Place the yuca in a medium pot and cover it with enough water. Add the garlic and season with salt to taste. Cover the pot and bring it to a boil on high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 15-20 minutes or until it's tender.
  • Drain the yuca and let it cool on a cutting board. Once it has cooled, pat dry it with a paper towel and cut it into thick pieces.
  • Fry the yuca at 350ºF for about 3-5 minutes or until they're golden brown. Then take them out of the oil and drain them on paper towels.
  • Season them with salt to taste and serve immediately with your favorite sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 461mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 22IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
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