Mandi'o Chyryry (Scrambled Cassava and Cheese) is a beloved Paraguayan classic and our go-to quick meal. This dish is versatile and fits perfectly for breakfast, brunch, or a satisfying snack. It combines crispy yuca, caramelized onions, scrambled eggs, melted cheese, and green onions, resulting in a delicious blend of textures and flavors.
While delicious as is, I have a couple of secret tips to elevate this dish even further: adding savory ingredients like chopped ham, sausage, or bacon enhances the depth of flavors, and seasoning with chicken bouillon powder (Knorr Recommended) brings out an even richer taste. 🤤And while fresh yuca is preferred, don't worry if you can't find it; frozen yuca works just as well.
For more Paraguayan recipes, check out our Bollos Paraguayos, Tortilla Paraguaya, Sopa Paraguaya, Pireca, Mbeyu, and a variety of other delicious options.
How to Make Mandi'o Chyryry
Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
- Slice yuca into 8 cm pieces.
- Boil yuca in salted water until tender.
- Cool, cut in half, remove stems, then slice into 3 cm wide pieces.
- Chop regular onion and green onion, keeping the white and green parts separate.
- Whisk eggs with chicken bouillon and pepper.
- Heat oil in a pan, add yuca, season, and cook until browned.
- Add regular onion and the white part of the green onion, and cook until browned.
- Pour in egg mixture and stir until set.
- Sprinkle with cheese, cover to melt.
- Garnish with green onion, and serve hot.
Camila's Tips
- The yuca, also known as cassava, needs to be properly cooked before you add it to the recipe. It should be boiled until it is tender yet still firm enough to cut. To check if it's done, poke it with a fork; it should go through easily.
- After boiling yuca, it’s essential to drain it well and let it dry a bit before using.
- Add cooked bacon, sausage, or ham (about 200g) for extra flavor.
- Adjust the quantity of cheese to taste.
- Be sure to remove the fibrous stem from the yuca, as it can be tough and stringy.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Mandi'o Chyryry
Mandi'o Chyryry (Scrambled Cassava and Cheese) is a beloved Paraguayan classic and our go-to quick meal. This dish is versatile and fits perfectly for breakfast, brunch, or a satisfying snack. It combines crispy yuca, caramelized onions, scrambled eggs, melted cheese, and green onions, resulting in a delicious blend of textures and flavors.
While delicious as is, I have a couple of secret tips to elevate this dish even further: adding savory ingredients like chopped ham, sausage, or bacon enhances the depth of flavors, and seasoning with chicken bouillon powder (Knorr Recommended) brings out an even richer taste. 🤤And while fresh yuca is preferred, don't worry if you can't find it; frozen yuca works just as well.
For more Paraguayan recipes, check out our Bollos Paraguayos, Tortilla Paraguaya, Sopa Paraguaya, Pireca, Mbeyu, and a variety of other delicious options.
Tools
- Measuring Cups & Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 kg yucca Washed, peeled, and cut into pieces about 8 cm (3 inches) each
- 1 small onion , chopped
- 5 large eggs , room temperature
- 200 g shredded cheddar Monterey jack cheese , mozzarella cheese or any melty cheese you prefer
- 1 bunch of green onions , chopped ( white part and green part separated)
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or any neutral flavored oil
- 2 teaspoons knorr chicken bouillon or kosher salt , adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon Ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the yuca into 8 cm (3 inches) pieces. Place them in a large saucepan and cover with cold water, leaving a 2-inch margin above the yuca.
- Add a generous amount of salt to the water. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook the yucca until it becomes tender but still firm enough to be cut. Drain the water from the cooked yuca and let it cool enough for you to handle the pieces.
- Cut each piece of yuca in half lengthwise and discard the fibrous stems. Then, slice each half into pieces about 3 cm wide (about 1 inch). If the yuca is too large, divide the piece into quarters before slicing.
- Finely chop both the regular onion and the green onion, keeping the white and green parts of the green onion separated.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs. Set this mixture aside.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Add the yuca cubes to the pan and season with chicken bouillon (or salt) and pepper. Cook the yuca, gently pressing it down with a spatula. Cook until the bottom becomes crisp and turns a dark brown color.
- Carefully flip the yucca pieces using a spatula and continue to cook, pressing and browning them on all sides until they are uniformly brown and crisp.
- Now, add the finely chopped regular onion and the white part of the green onion to the pan. Cook until they become lightly browned. Pour the whisked egg into the pan and stir continuously until the eggs begin to set.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top of the hash. Cover the pan briefly to allow the cheese to melt with the residual heat. Uncover the pan, sprinkle the green parts of the green onion on top for garnish, and serve your delicious yuca hash while it's hot.
Notes
How to Store & Re-Heat
- To store Mandi'o Chyryry, cool it to room temperature, place it in an airtight container, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, use the microwave or stovetop, ensuring it's heated thoroughly before serving.
- 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 Mandi'o Chyryry.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Mandi'o Chyryry
Amount per Serving
Calories
113
% Daily Value*
Fat
10
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Cholesterol
91
mg
30
%
Sodium
92
mg
4
%
Potassium
62
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
2
g
1
%
Fiber
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
230
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
84
mg
8
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* 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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