Yuca Fries Dream: Crispy & Dreamy!
Enjoy these crispy yuca fries, seasoned with garlic powder and sea salt for a perfectly dreamy side-baked treat.
Ingredients
- 2 lb Yuca (cassava)
- 2 tbsp Avocado oil
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp Sea salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 3/4 cup Sour Cream
- 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
Instructions
- Peel the yuca root. Cut into fry shapes, about 1/2 inch thick and 2-2.5 inches long.
- Boil yuca fries in salted water for 8-10 minutes until tender. Drain and pat VERY dry.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss yuca fries with avocado oil, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Arrange fries in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Make the crema: Blend sour cream, mayo, cilantro, lime juice, and seasonings until smooth.
- Serve the crispy yuca fries immediately with the cilantro lime crema for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure yuca is VERY dry after boiling for maximum crispiness.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet; use two if necessary.
- Adjust seasonings in the crema to your personal taste. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet; use two if necessary.
- Adjust seasonings in the crema to your personal taste. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.