Yuca Frita with Mojo

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Yuca
• 3 cups Vegetable Oil
• 6 cloves Garlic
• 1/2 cup Orange Juice
• 1/4 cup Lime Juice
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 tsp Oregano
• 1/2 tsp Cumin
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

1. 1Peel the 2 lbs Yuca, then cut it into 3-inch pieces. Place the yuca in a large pot and cover with water. Add 1 tsp Salt to the water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the yuca is tender when pierced with a fork. Drain the yuca very well in a colander.
2. 2While the yuca is boiling, prepare the mojo. Mince the 6 cloves Garlic. In a medium bowl, combine the minced garlic, 1/2 cup Orange Juice, 1/4 cup Lime Juice, 2 tbsp Olive Oil, 1 tsp Oregano, 1/2 tsp Cumin, 1/2 tsp Black Pepper, and 1 tsp Salt.
3. 3Heat 3 cups Vegetable Oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 350°F (175°C).
4. 4Carefully add the drained yuca pieces to the hot vegetable oil. Fry for 5-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the yuca is golden brown and crispy on all sides. Do not overcrowd the skillet; fry in batches if necessary.
5. 5Using a slotted spoon or spider strainer, remove the fried yuca from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
6. 6Pour the prepared mojo sauce over the hot, fried yuca. Toss gently to coat.
7. 7Serve the Yuca Frita with Mojo immediately.

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