YUCA CON MOJO
Yuca is among the most commonly eaten viandas - the local word for starchy fruits and vegetables, such as plantain and taro - in Puerto Rico. It is the root of the cassava, an extraordinarily resilient plant that was the principal food of the Indigenous Taínos of the island. Among its many preparations, this is my favorite: boiled yuca doused in a garlicky citrus mojo dressing, my grandmother's recipe. She never wrote it down, but my mother had it deep in her memory, and we cooked it together for this version you see here. The mojo will keep for several weeks in the fridge, and is also delicious on crispy fried tostones, roasted vegetables and fish.
Provided by Von Diaz
Categories vegetables, side dish
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Prepare the yuca: Fill a large bowl with water. Peel the yuca with a sharp peeler or paring knife, then chop it into 2-inch pieces, tossing them in the bowl of water as you go to avoid discoloration.
- Make the mojo: Bring olive oil to a simmer in a deep skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, peppercorns, bay leaves and 1/2 teaspoon salt, stirring well to incorporate. Cook until the onions are translucent and soft, stirring often and being careful not to let the onions brown, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and add vinegar, and add salt to taste.
- Once water is at a rolling boil, add 1/4 cup salt, then carefully add yuca. Boil for 20 to 30 minutes, until a sharp knife goes through easily, careful not to let yuca overcook and become mushy.
- Drain yuca and transfer to a serving dish. Pour over warm mojo and serve.
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asim idrees
i@gmail.comThis yuca con mojo recipe is a winner! I will definitely be making it again.
Shawn Gessel
shawn-gessel32@yahoo.comI highly recommend this yuca con mojo recipe. It's a great dish for any occasion.
Umbasha Cena
cena@hotmail.co.ukThis yuca con mojo recipe is a must-try. It's delicious and easy to make.
Charity Nimo
c.nimo47@hotmail.comI love this yuca con mojo recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Kimbowa Ashiraf
ka21@yahoo.comThis is the best yuca con mojo recipe I've ever tried. The yuca was cooked perfectly and the mojo sauce was amazing.
Zaki Afghan
afghan-zaki38@gmail.comI wasn't sure what to expect with this yuca con mojo recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The yuca was fluffy and tender, and the mojo sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.
Erena Black-well
erena-b@yahoo.comThis yuca con mojo recipe is a great way to use up leftover yuca. It's also a great side dish for any Latin-inspired meal.
Lyndsey Spencer
s_l97@hotmail.comThe yuca con mojo was delicious! The yuca was cooked perfectly and the mojo sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.
Fatima Singh
s_f41@yahoo.comI love how easy this yuca con mojo recipe is to make. It's a great weeknight meal that's quick and easy to prepare.
amin almlway
a.a23@hotmail.frI've made this yuca con mojo recipe several times now and it's always a winner. The yuca is always fluffy and tender, and the mojo sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Joel Gibney
g10@hotmail.comThis yuca con mojo recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The yuca was perfectly cooked and the mojo sauce was flavorful and tangy. My guests raved about it and asked for the recipe.