Vegetable oilpeanut, canola, or rapeseed works well
Optional: 3-5 garlic clovespeeled
To season:
Salt & Pepper to taste
Optional: chili powder or chipotle powder to season
Instructions
Cut the yuca into large slices, in about 3-4 parts, and peel them.
Boil yuca in water with salt and a pinch of baking soda until softened, but still firm (about 20-30 minutes). Alternatively, cut into French fry shapes and steam in a pressure cooker on high pressure for 12 minutes, using about 1 cup of water.
Drain the boiling water and let yuca steam until cooled down.
Cut pieces in half and remove the fibrous core, then cut into French fry shapes.
Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep pot up to 380°F, add optional garlic cloves, then fry yuca fries in small batches until golden brown and crispy – for about 5 minutes per batch. Turn around a couple of times to fry evenly.
Place on paper towels to drain excess oil then transfer to a bowl.
Toss with salt and pepper to taste, plus optional chipotle or chili powder. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or as a side dish.