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Pollo Tropical Fried Yuca Recipe

Pollo Tropical Fried Yuca Recipe

Crispy, golden fried yuca with a soft and creamy inside. This easy copycat recipe delivers restaurant-style flavor at home using simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Caribbean, Latin American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Amount Unit Ingredient Notes
2 pounds Yuca (cassava) Fresh or frozen
- - Water For boiling
2 teaspoons Salt Plus extra for seasoning
1 teaspoon Baking powder Optional for crispiness
4–6 cups Vegetable oil For frying
2–3 cloves Garlic Optional

Equipment

  • Large pot For boiling
  • Colander For draining
  • Deep pan/fryer For frying
  • Knife For cutting
  • Cutting board Prep work
  • Tongs/slotted spoon Handling yuca
  • Paper towels Oil drainingc

Method
 

Step 1:
  1. Peel the yuca and cut it into thick sticks. Boil in salted water for 10–15 minutes until slightly tender.
    Pollo Tropical Fried Yuca Recipe
Step 2:
  1. Drain the yuca and let it dry completely. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
    Pollo Tropical Fried Yuca Recipe
Step 3:
  1. Toss the dried yuca lightly with baking powder.
    Pollo Tropical Fried Yuca Recipe
Step 4:
  1. Heat oil to 350–375°F and fry the yuca in batches for 6–8 minutes until golden and crispy.
    Pollo Tropical Fried Yuca Recipe
Step 5:
  1. Remove, drain on paper towels, season with salt, and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
    Pollo Tropical Fried Yuca Recipe

Notes

  • Always boil yuca before frying—it’s essential for safety and texture.
  • Drying the yuca well ensures maximum crispiness.
  • Reheat in oven or air fryer for best results (avoid microwave).
  • Frozen yuca is a great time-saving option.