Yuca al Mojo with Garlic Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (900g) yuca roots 2 pounds (900g) yuca roots
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
• 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lime juice 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup (60ml) water 1/4 cup (60ml) water
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 280 kcal / 1172 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 14g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 36g, 1g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Peel the yuca roots and cut them into 3-inch long pieces.
2. 2.
   In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the yuca pieces. Cook for about 20-25 minutes or until the yuca is fork-tender.
3. 3.
   While the yuca is cooking, prepare the garlic sauce. In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low and add the lime juice, water, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
5. 5.
   Once the yuca is cooked, drain it and transfer it to a serving dish. Pour the garlic sauce over the yuca and gently toss to coat.
6. 6.
   Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Yuca roots — Make sure to peel the yuca roots thoroughly, removing the tough outer layer before cooking. Also, be cautious while handling yuca, as it contains a natural toxin that can be eliminated through cooking.

Tips & Tricks

• To enhance the flavor, you can add a pinch of cumin or oregano to the garlic sauce.
• For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes to the garlic sauce.
• Serve the Yuca al Mojo as a side dish with grilled meats or alongside other Cuban dishes like Ropa Vieja or Arroz con Pollo.
• Leftover Yuca al Mojo can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave. Add a little water or olive oil to prevent drying out.

Serving advice

Serve the Yuca al Mojo as a side dish or as a main course accompanied by a fresh salad and some crusty Cuban bread.

Presentation advice

Arrange the cooked yuca pieces on a platter and drizzle the garlic sauce over them. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.