Crujientes Frituras De Yuca (crunchy Yuca Fritters)
Crujientes Frituras de Yuca, or Crunchy Yuca Fritters, are a popular dish in Salvadoran cuisine. These delicious fritters are made with yuca, also known as cassava, and are perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs yuca, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup grated cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Boil the yuca chunks in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- Mash the cooked yuca in a large bowl.
- Add the eggs, flour, grated cheese, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper to the mashed yuca. Mix until well combined.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop spoonfuls of the yuca mixture and carefully drop them into the hot oil.
- Fry the fritters until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the crunchy yuca fritters hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 5g
Supplies
Large pot Skillet Slotted spoon Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board Bowl Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the crunchy yuca fritters with a side of salsa or a tangy dipping sauce.
Tips & tricks
For extra crunch, you can add a handful of cornmeal to the yuca mixture before frying.
Cost
$8