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Yuca con Mojo (Yuca with Garlic Sauce)

Boiled yuca, a starchy root vegetable, is drizzled with a flavorful garlic-citrus sauce (mojo). A simple and satisfying Cuban side dish or light dinner. Egg-free.

10m prep + 30m cook4 servings
EGG-free
320 cal|3g protein|55g carbs|10g fat|5g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Yuca
  • 8 cups Water
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 6 cloves Garlic
  • 1/4 cup Lime juice
  • 2 tbsp Orange juice
  • 1/2 tsp Oregano
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Peel the yuca and cut it into 2-inch pieces.
  2. 2Place the yuca in a large pot and cover with water. Add salt and bring to a boil.
  3. 3Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the yuca is tender.
  4. 4While the yuca is cooking, prepare the mojo sauce: In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. 5Remove from heat and stir in lime juice, orange juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  6. 6Drain the yuca and transfer it to a serving dish. Drizzle with the mojo sauce and serve immediately.

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