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Yucca with Mojo

A vibrant side dish featuring tender yuca drenched in a bold citrus and garlic mojo sauce.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lb yuca (cassava), peeled and cut into 2–3-inch chunks
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tsp kosher salt (or to taste)
  • Lime wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and cut the yuca into chunks.
  2. Boil the yuca in salted water until tender, about 20–30 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a separate pan and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add lime juice, salt, and chopped cilantro to the oil and mix well to create the mojo sauce.
  5. Drain the yuca and serve drizzled with the mojo sauce.

Notes

Remove the fibrous core of the yuca for the best texture. Adjust salt and lime at the end for optimal flavor.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Cuban
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Cuban, yuca, mojo, side dish, gluten-free, vegan