yuca fries (yucca frita)

Directions

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   Yuca Fries (Yucca Frita) 1 1/2 pounds fresh yucca (cassava), peeled 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon lemon juice Vegetable oil (for frying) Lime o

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   Or you can substitute frozen yucca

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   Put the yucca and enough cold water to cover, plus 2 inches, into a large saucepan

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   Add salt and lemon juice

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   Cover and bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, then lower the heat and boil until tender, about 25 minutes

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   Don't let it boil longer than this or it will become mushy

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   Drain through a colander and allow the yucca to cool enough to be handled

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   Gently peel off any pinkish fibrous layers that may cling to the tuber