Crispy Fried Yucca with Tangy Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

Yucca root

1 large (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into thick fries

Vegetable oil

for frying (enough to fill the pot about 2 inches deep)

Salt

1 teaspoon

Garlic powder

1 teaspoon

Paprika

1 teaspoon

Mayonnaise

1/2 cup

Fresh lime juice

2 tablespoons

Chili powder

1/2 teaspoon

Cilantro, chopped

1 tablespoon (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Peel the yucca root and cut it into thick fries, about 1/2 inch wide.
2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
3. Carefully add the yucca fries to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes, turning them occasionally for even cooking.
4. Once cooked, remove the fries from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the fried yucca fries and toss to coat evenly.
6. For the dipping sauce, in another bowl, combine mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, and chili powder. Mix well until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
7. Serve the crispy fried yucca with the tangy dipping sauce on the side, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.