Crispy Yuca Frita and Garlic Cilantro Sauce
Directions
- 1Boil yuca in salted water for about 20 minutes or until fork tender.
- 2Drain, pat dry, and let the yuca cool down.
- 3While yuca cools, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing sour cream, garlic, cilantro, lime, and salt in a food processor.
- 4Once yuca is cooled, remove the vein.
- 5Slice the yuca into thick steak-fry like shapes.
- 6Place yuca directly into hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
- 7Sprinkle with salt and serve with the garlic cilantro sauce and a lime wedge.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs frozen or fresh yuca
- neutral oil
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 bunch cilantro
- 1 lime
- salt
- pepper
Equipment
potfood processorknifecutting boardfrying panslotted spoonplatebowlcooling rack
Tips
- You can also use leftover Yuca con Mojo for extra flavorful yuca.
- Work in batches and avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper browning.
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