Yuca French Fries

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 2 pounds yuca, peeled, and cut into 4 inch sections
• 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
• salt to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 1 hr


• place the yuca into a large pot, and add water to cover. bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the 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. cut the yuca into french fry-sized sticks, discarding the fibrous core.
• heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c).
• fry the yuca in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes per batch. remove with a slotted spoon, and drain in a paper towel-lined bowl. toss with salt to taste, and serve hot.