Yuca frita

Ingredientes

• 2 lbs yuca (cassava, peeled (or 1.5 lbs frozen yuca, thawed))
• Vegetable oil (for frying)
• Salt to taste
• Cilantro Garlic Sauce (for dipping)

Preparación

1. 1

   If you're using leftover Cuban yuca that is already cooked/boiled, skip the steps to peel & boil the yuca.

2. 2

   --- Peel & Boil the Yuca ---

3. 3

   In a large pot with water and salt, add the yuca. Bring the yuca to a boil on high heat then reduce to low. Cover and simmer for about 20-30 minutes until the yuca is fork-tender, not mushy. Drain and pat them dry with paper towels then transfer them to a large bowl with a lid. Let them cool.

4. 4

   Remove the stringy, fibrous core from the center of each piece of yuca with a knife, if desired. Once cooled, cut the yuca, horizontally, into thick, long fries similar to steak fries.

5. 5

   --- Yuca Fries On The Stovetop ---

6. 6

   In a large saucepan, heat oil at medium heat until it reaches 350ºF.

7. 7

   Carefully add the yuca pieces in the oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the saucepan. I did about 3-4 at a time. Fry yuca for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Keep an eye on them so they don’t burn.

8. 8

   Transfer them to a paper towel lined plate to drain. Season with salt. Serve with sauce of choice and enjoy!

9. 9

   --- Yuca Fries In The Air Fryer ---

10. 10

    Place them in the basket and spray them with cooking spray or toss them with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

11. 11

    Fry for 15-20 minutes at 360ºF, tossing them in the basket every few minutes. Once crispy, transfer them to a plate, and season with salt. Enjoy!