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This classic Latin American snack is a delicious alternative to potato fries, traditionally served with a zesty garlic dipping sauce.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":35,"totalMinutes":50,"activeMinutes":20},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1 kg yuca (cassava), peeled","name":"Yuca","quantity":1,"unit":"kg","usQuantity":2.2,"usUnit":"lb","form":"peeled","notes":"Fresh or frozen","group":"Main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 tsp salt for boiling water","name":"Salt","quantity":6,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"Plus extra for seasoning after frying","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"500 ml vegetable oil for frying","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"Or any high-smoke point oil","group":"Frying","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"3 garlic cloves, minced","name":"Garlic","quantity":3,"unit":"clove","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"clove","form":"minced","notes":"For the optional dipping sauce","group":"Dipping Sauce (Optional)","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Cut the peeled yuca into 3-4 inch chunks. Place them in a large pot and cover with water. Add 1 tsp of salt.","group":"Preparation","title":"Cut the peeled yuca","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Bring the water to a boil and cook for 20-30 minutes, or until the yuca is tender when pierced with a fork but not falling apart.","group":"Preparation","title":"Bring the water to a boil","timerMinutes":25,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Drain the yuca and let it cool slightly. Once handled, cut the chunks into thick wedges and remove the tough, woody string from the center of each piece.","group":"Preparation","title":"Drain the yuca and let it cool slightly","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"In a heavy skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (177°C).","group":"Frying","title":"Heat the vegetable oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Fry the yuca wedges in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side until they are golden brown and crispy.","group":"Frying","title":"Fry the yuca wedges","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Remove the wedges and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with additional salt while hot. Serve immediately with garlic sauce.","group":"Serving","title":"Remove the wedges","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Removing the woody core after boiling is essential for the best texture. For extra crispiness, ensure the yuca is completely dry before frying.","cuisine":{"group":"Latin American","specific":["Cuban","Colombian","Peruvian"]},"course":["appetizer","side"],"cookingMethod":["boil","fry"],"equipment":["Large pot","Heavy skillet or deep fryer","Tongs","Paper towels"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"servings","note":"Approximately 12-16 wedges"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"You can boil and peel the yuca up to 2 days in advance. Keep stored in an airtight container in the fridge before frying."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Best served fresh. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge but will lose their crunch; reheat in an air fryer or oven.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat at 400°F (204°C) in an oven for 10 minutes."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fyuca_frita_9ec22ed730%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=997c4259-3dc9-4dd6-8e31-ca7b80854109","imageAlt":"Yuca Frita (Fried Cassava) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["cassava","fried","latin-american","vegan-snack","gluten-free-fries"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Yuca Frita (Fried Cassava)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-03T23:52:02.795Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-03T23:52:02.795Z","related":[{"id":"agua_fresca_de_limon_2a14774356","slug":"agua-fresca-de-limon","title":"Agua Fresca de Limón","description":"A traditional, crisp, and refreshing Latin American lime drink that perfectly balances tangy citrus with a hint of sweetness. 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