yucca fries

These crispy yucca fries are first peeled, boiled and then pan-fried until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They&#039;re best served with a side of aji verde.

Yucca Fries Recipe

yucca root

Kosher salt

Neutral oil ((such as avocado oil

Aji Verde ((for serving))

To Prep the Yucca Root:

Slice off the ends of the yucca root. Next, cut them into 4-inch rounds (this will vary depending on big the yucca is). Turn them on their flat side and slide the peel off on all sides, cutting off the least amount of yucca as possible.

Next, cut the yucca into matchsticks.

Bring a medium pot of salted water to gentle simmer. Add the yucca matchsticks and allow to cook for about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer to a clean kitchen towel or bed of paper towels. You want them to dry out.

In a medium saucepan or Dutch oven, add about 1-inch of neutral oil (I used avocado oil). When the oil is hot, add the yucca fries (you will have to fry these up in batches).

Fry the yucca on both sides for 2 to 3 minutes each, until medium golden brown. Transfer to a bed of paper towels or clean kitchen towel and place them in a warm oven, while you continue to fry up the remaining yucca.

Sprinkle the yucca fries with a bit of salt. Serve alongside the aji verde.

Change up your typical potato side with these Crispy Baked Yuca Fries! They're crispy on the outside, soft on the inside with a kick of spice. No frying and just a tablespoon of olive oil in the whole recipe!

Crispy Baked Yuca Fries

yucas

olive oil

tsp chili powder

tsp sea salt

black pepper,

Peel yucas with a vegetable peeler to remove waxy skin.*

Chop in half and then slice each half into fry-shapes.

Place sliced yucca into a large pot and fill with water.

Heat on stovetop until water comes to a boil. Let cook in boiling water for 8-10 minutes.

Strain yucca from water and rinse with cold water.

Place yucca in a large bowl and top with olive oil.

Sprinkle with chili powder, salt and pepper and lightly toss to coat.

Line onto a baking sheet (do not overcrowd) and bake for 15 minutes.

Place back into oven and cook for another 15 minutes.

Sounds yummy!  Has anyone tried in the air fryer vs the oven?  I use my air fryer for potatoes to cut down on cook time, but also to keep my kitchen from getting so hot.  Is it necessary to boil them first?

Top 2 yucca fries recipes from across the web

The most viewed yucca fries recipes by Recipe Cart users, saved from over 6,000 sites. Or, go to our Recipe Search Engine

Top Tags

Yucca Fries Recipe

Crispy Baked Yuca Fries

Top 2 yucca fries recipes from across the web

The most viewed yucca fries recipes by Recipe Cart users, saved from over 6,000 sites. Or, go to our Recipe Search Engineic_arrow_forward_48px

Top Tags

Yucca Fries Recipe

Crispy Baked Yuca Fries

The most viewed yucca fries recipes by Recipe Cart users, saved from over 6,000 sites. Or, go to our Recipe Search Engine