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Crispy Yuca Frita and Garlic Cilantro Sauce
20m
Serves 1
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Crispy Yuca Frita and Garlic Cilantro Sauce
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20m
Serves 1
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Directions
1
Boil yuca in salted water for about 20 minutes or until fork tender.
2
Drain, pat dry, and let the yuca cool down.
3
While yuca cools, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing sour cream, garlic, cilantro, lime, and salt in a food processor.
4
Once yuca is cooled, remove the vein.
5
Slice the yuca into thick steak-fry like shapes.
6
Place yuca directly into hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
7
Sprinkle 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
pot
food processor
knife
cutting board
frying pan
slotted spoon
plate
bowl
cooling 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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