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Yuca Con Mojo

Yuca Con Mojo
Cuba
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs yuca (cassava), peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Yuca

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Add the yuca chunks and cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until tender. Test with a fork; it should easily pierce through the yuca.

Drain and set aside.

Make the Mojo Sauce

In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Stir in the lime juice, orange juice, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Bring to a simmer and cook for about 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Combine

Toss the cooked yuca with the mojo sauce until well coated.

Optionally, mix in the chopped cilantro and finely chopped onion for added flavor.

Serve

Enjoy your meal!