One of our favorite ways to enjoy yuca is when it’s fried. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these fritters make for a fun and easy appetizer. Just be sure to use a sharp knife when cutting and slicing the yuca. So kiss your fries goodbye (for now), and give these fritters a try!

Quick Info

⏱️ 30 min • 🍽️ 18 servings • ⭐ 90%

Nutrition

109 cal • 1g protein • 19g carbs • 3g fat

Tags

[Gluten-Free] • [Vegetarian] • [Easy] • [Under 30 Minutes] • [Appetizers] • [Snacks] • [Under 45 Minutes] • [Under 1 Hour]

Ingredients

• 2 pounds yuca, cut into 4-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon anise seeds
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
• 1 cup canola oil, for frying

Instructions Preview

1. Using a sharp knife, stand each piece upri…
2. Grate the yuca on the small holes of a box…
3. Add the grated yuca to a large bowl, along…

…and 4 more steps

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Recipe by: Betsy Carter, Marissa Buie • From: Tasty