yuca Recipes
8 delicious yuca recipes from around the world
Aipim Frito (Brazilian Fried Cassava)
Aipim frito, also known as fried cassava or yuca fries, are a popular Brazilian street food and side dish. These fries are uniquely prepared by boiling the cassava until just tender before frying, resulting in a wonderfully crispy exterior and a fluffy, creamy interior, often considered superior to potato fries.
Bobó de Camarão
A rich and indulgent Bahian specialty featuring tender shrimp simmered in a luscious, creamy sauce made from pureed cassava and coconut milk, infused with the unique flavor of dendê oil.
Carimañola
Carimañolas are savory, torpedo-shaped fritters made from mashed yuca, stuffed with a seasoned ground beef and hogao filling, and deep-fried until golden brown and crispy. A popular street food and breakfast item from the Caribbean coast of Colombia.
Pan de Yuca (Colombian Yuca Cheese Bread)
Pan de Yuca is a delightful Colombian cheese bread made from yuca starch, offering a wonderfully chewy interior and a slightly crisp exterior. It's a popular bakery staple, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack.
Pandebono
Colombian cheese bread - a delightful gluten-free roll made with yuca starch and cheese, offering a crispy exterior and a wonderfully chewy interior. Perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Vigorón
A beloved Nicaraguan street food, Vigorón features tender boiled yuca served with crispy chicharrón (fried pork belly) and a vibrant, tangy cabbage slaw called curtido. Traditionally presented on a fresh banana leaf for a rustic and aromatic experience.
Viudo de Pescado
A hearty and flavorful fish soup from the Tolima region of Colombia, featuring tender chunks of river fish, starchy yuca, and sweet plantain, all brought together with fresh cilantro.
Yuca Frita (Venezuelan Fried Yuca)
A beloved Venezuelan street food and side dish, Yuca Frita features tender, boiled yuca that is then deep-fried to a perfect golden-brown crisp on the outside, while remaining fluffy and soft within. It's a delicious alternative to french fries, often served with a vibrant guasacaca sauce.