Yucca Empanadas

Yucca empanadas are a delicious option to enjoy on any occasion. The seasoned meat filling is wrapped in a yucca dough that provides a unique flavor and texture. A perfect combination of tradition and taste in every bite.

Yucca empanadas are a delicious option to enjoy at family gatherings or with friends.

Their soft dough and tasty filling make them irresistible for those who enjoy the traditional flavors of our gastronomy.

Surprise your loved ones with this simple yet comforting bite.

Yucca Empanadas

Appetizers
4 Servings

Ingredients

¼ pound of Castilla flour

1 tablespoon of Butter

1 pound of Yucca

1 Egg yolk

1 teaspoon of Salt

Preparation

Step 1 : To prepare yucca empanadas, first cook the yucca with salt until tender.

Step 2 : Then mash it in a grinding machine while it's still hot.

Step 3 : Knead the mashed yucca with egg, salt, and butter, gradually adding Castilla flour.

Step 4 : The resulting dough is rolled out with a rolling pin and cut into rounds to give them the characteristic empanada shape.

Step 5 : Finally, fry the empanadas in hot oil until golden and crispy.