Description
These Crispy Yuca Fries are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional potato fries, featuring tender yuca root baked to golden perfection and served with a tangy cilantro lime sauce. Perfect as a snack or side dish, they combine subtle spices with a creamy, zesty dip for a flavorful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Yuca Fries
- 3 pounds yuca root
- 2 Tablespoons avocado oil
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Cilantro Lime Sauce
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Boil Water: Bring a pot of water to a boil to prepare for cooking the yuca.
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure even baking and easy cleanup.
- Prepare Yuca: Trim the ends of the yuca root, then peel off the skin using a vegetable peeler, making sure to remove all layers thoroughly by repeating if needed.
- Cut Yuca: If the yuca pieces are long, cut them in half, then slice into fry or wedge shapes for uniform cooking.
- Boil Yuca: Boil the yuca pieces for 10 minutes until they are fork-tender but still firm enough to hold their shape.
- Drain and Dry: Drain the boiled yuca and pat dry completely to help achieve crispiness in the oven.
- Season Yuca: Toss the yuca in a bowl with avocado oil, salt, paprika, and garlic powder, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Bake Fries: Arrange the seasoned yuca evenly on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare Sauce: While the fries bake, combine fresh cilantro, light mayonnaise, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt in a small blender and blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Remove fries from the oven and serve hot with the creamy cilantro lime sauce for dipping.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, make sure the yuca is thoroughly dry before tossing with oil and spices.
- If you prefer, use your favorite oil with a high smoke point instead of avocado oil.
- Yuca can be tricky to peel; wearing gloves might help as it can sometimes irritate the skin.
- Leftover fries can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- The cilantro lime sauce can be customized by adding jalapeño for a spicy kick or substituting mayo with Greek yogurt for a lighter dip.
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