Description
Crispy yucca fries made in the air fryer with garlic and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs yucca root, peeled and cut into fry shapes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Soak the cut yucca fries in cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, toss the dried yucca fries with olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme.
- Place the seasoned yucca fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if necessary. Do not overcrowd the basket.
- Air fry at 380°F (195°C) for 15 minutes.
- Toss the fries gently. Add the minced garlic and continue to air fry for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately.
Notes
- Drying the yucca thoroughly after soaking is key to achieving crispiness.
- For extra crispiness, you can blanch the yucca in boiling water for 5 minutes before seasoning and air frying.
- Prep Time: 40 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: air fryer, yucca fries, cassava, garlic, herbs, crispy fries, side dish