Yuca French Fries

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Yuca fries are similar to French fries. You'll 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.

Submitted by The Messy Cook
Updated on February 6, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds yuca, peeled, and cut into 4-inch sections

  • 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying

  • salt to taste

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    ingredients gathered to make yuca french fries

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  2. Place yuca into a large pot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until 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.

    yuca easily pierced with a fork

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  3. Cut yuca into French fry-sized sticks, discarding fibrous core.

    yuca cut into french fry-sized sticks

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  4. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  5. Working in batches, fry yuca in hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain in a paper towel-lined bowl.

    yuca being fried in batches

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  6. Season with salt and serve hot.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

437 Calories
29g Fat
41g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 437
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29g 38%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Sodium 9mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 41g 15%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 5g 11%
Vitamin C 75mg 83%
Calcium 142mg 11%
Iron 5mg 27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.