Yuca Fritters are a delight from Cuban cuisine, made with boiled yuca and malanga, shaped into fritters and fried until golden. They are served with a light syrup to enhance their unique flavor. A sweet and tasty option to enjoy on any occasion.
The Yuca Fritters are a delicious choice for sharing with family.
They are prepared with traditional ingredients that give them a unique and special flavor. Perfect for enjoying on a coffee afternoon or as a dessert after dinner.
Feel free to try this recipe, which will surely become a favorite at home.
Yuca Fritters
Ingredients
450 grams of Yuca
230 grams of Malanga
1 Egg
35 grams of Wheat flour
Oil for frying
230 milliliters of Syrup
1 pinch of Salt
Cinnamon
Anise
Lemon zest
Preparation
Step 1 : The yuca and malanga are cooked until completely softened.
Step 2 : Then they are drained and mashed or passed through a sieve.
Step 3 : Add salt and a mixture prepared with cinnamon, anise, and lemon zest, along with beaten egg.
Step 4 : Next, knead on a floured surface.
Step 5 : Form 90-gram sticks and shape them into fritters in a figure "8" pattern.
Step 6 : Allow the shaped fritters to rest for a few minutes and fry them in hot oil until golden.
Step 7 : Let them cool slightly and serve with syrup.
Step 8 : It is important to note that malanga can be replaced with sweet potato in this recipe.













