Crab Stuffed Yuca Fritters (jueyes Alcapurrias)
Crab Stuffed Yuca Fritters (Jueyes Alcapurrias) are a delightful fusion of Puerto Rican and Chinese flavors, combining the richness of crab with the comforting texture of yuca. These fritters are perfect as an appetizer or a main dish, and they are sure to impress your guests with their unique taste.
Ingredients
- 1 lb yuca, peeled and grated
- 1 cup cooked crab meat
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the grated yuca, crab meat, onion, garlic, cilantro, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Take about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and form it into a ball, then flatten it into a small patty.
- Place the flour in a shallow dish and coat each patty with flour, shaking off any excess.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the fritters in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Large bowl Shallow dish Skillet Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Grater Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
These fritters are best served with a side of avocado salsa and a squeeze of lime juice.
Tips & tricks
Make sure to thoroughly drain the grated yuca to remove excess moisture before mixing it with the other ingredients.
Cost
$20