Yuca con Mojo
Yuca con mojo is a traditional Cuban side dish that consists of yuca (also known as cassava) served with a flavorful garlic sauce known as "mojo."
Servings: 4
Calories: 520kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs yuca frozen
- ½ cup olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 lime juiced
- cilantro
- 2 teaspoons sazonador
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the raw garlic and sazonador until well combined.
- Place the frozen yuca (without thawing) into a pot and submerge it in cold water. Boil for 25 minutes, then drain the water. Refill the pot with water, add salt, and continue cooking for an additional 15 minutes or until fork tender.
- Drain the yuca and place it on a serving dish and top it off with the raw garlic mixture and lime juice.
- Add the olive oil to a small skillet and cook it over high heat for 1-2 minutes or until it gets hot.
- Pour the hot oil over the yuca and allow it to rest for 1-2 minutes before serving.
- Garnish it with fresh cilantro and onions, if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- Remove and discard the rough, string-like parts on the yuca. You'll know them when you see them. They look like very thick twine. You can do it before boing the yuca or after it's fully cooked through. I find it easier to remove after the yuca is cooked.
- Be careful when you pour the hot olive oil over the yuca, it may splatter.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 490mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 31IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg