Fried Yuca
One of Paraguay's favorite snacks is fried yuca, also known as Mandioca Frita. It's crispy, savory, and absolutely delicious! Yuca, whether it's fried or boiled, is a staple in almost every meal in Paraguay and has been a staple of the Paraguayan diet for centuries. It serves as a perfect side dish, appetizer, or a delicious snack all on its own.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh or Frozen Mandioca
- 1 quart Canola oil- for frying
- Kosher Salt ( to taste)
Instructions
- Start by peeling the yuca with a sharp knife. Once peeled, cut the yuca into 8 cm long pieces.
- Slice each piece in half and then slice each half into quarters. Briefly rinse the yuca under running water to remove any residual dirt. Drain and set aside.
- Fill a large pot with water, add the yuca and a generous pinch of salt. Place the pot on high heat and bring to a boil.
- Let the yuca cook for about 10 minutes or until the pieces become tender. Test for doneness by piercing a piece with a fork; if it slides through easily, the yuca is ready.
- Drain the cooked yuca in a sieve and allow it to cool.
- Heat enough oil in a medium pot to cover the cassava pieces. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the yuca.
- Fry the yuca until each piece turns slightly golden.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the yuca from the oil and transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Season with salt to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
How to Store
- It's not advisable to store.
- You can advance the cooking stage of the yuca and store it in the refrigerator (for up to 3 days) or in the freezer (for up to 3 months).
- It's not advisable to freeze fried yuca.
Nutrition Facts
Fried Yuca
Amount per Serving
Calories
1136
% Daily Value*
Fat
118
g
182
%
Saturated Fat
9
g
56
%
Trans Fat
0.5
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
33
g
Monounsaturated Fat
75
g
Sodium
8
mg
0
%
Potassium
154
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
22
g
7
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
7
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
9
mg
1
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
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