As holiday parties approach, it’s always nice to think out of the box for appetizers. These yuca fritters are replicas of some tasty fritters I had in a Puerto Rican restaurant in NY over a decade ago. I hope you like them. They are also a nice alternative to the potato latke for Chanukah.
Yuca Fritters:
1 lb yuca, peeled and grated
1 green plantain , peeled and grated
1 1/2 tsp salt, more if needed
4 TBS sugar
1 egg
1 1/2-2 tsp anise seed
canola oil
Mix yuca mixture until all ingredients are combined
form 2 inch flat patties, will make about 20-25
Heat up enough oil in a pan, about 1/8 inch to fry the fritters
Fry fritters over medium heat when oil is hot,for about 5-6 minutes, flip and cook for about 3 minutes until both sides are golden brown.
Place on paper towel covered plate and salt more if need be. Serve em up with a sauce that you like, such as mayo with a bit of crushed garlic and salt. Yum…..
For more great recipes, visit Alma Schneider at Take Back the Kitchen.
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