YUCA FRENCH FRIES

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Like French fries? Then you will love this Latino version of an American favorite! Treat yuca just like you treat potatoes. Yuca can also be used to make a scrumptious alternative to home fries for breakfast.

Provided by The Messy Cook

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pounds yuca, peeled, and cut into 4 inch sections
2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place the yuca into a large pot, and add water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the yuca can be pierced easily with a fork, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain, and allow to steam for several minutes until cool enough to handle. Cut the yuca into french fry-sized sticks, discarding the fibrous core.
  • Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Fry the yuca in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon, and drain in a paper towel-lined bowl. Toss with salt to taste, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.9 g, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 8.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

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