Category: Yuca

Yuca, known also as cassava, is the third largest source of carbohydrates for human consumption in the world. The flour made of the roots is called tapioca.

Yuca Root Shoestrings

Tropical chips can be made from many tropical vegetables, from boniatos to green plantains. For starters, try this version made with yuca....

Calypso pepperpot

Everything but the kitchen sink might apply with this Caribbean soup. Topical potatoes such as yams (the real yam) and yuca bringing the mainstay of...

Yuca crab dip

Seafood and a savory dip makes much more sense. Yuca delivers the desired texture and complementary great taste. Party with yuca....

Baked yuca fries

You may have tried and probably loved yuca fries in a restaurant, but you have hesitated to gather up the necessary supplies and deal with...

Boiled yuca

Yuca is the Caribbean's favorite potato. Living in Miami, you can be (if you are lucky) the recipient of a Cuban family's favorite recipe like...

Yuca soup

I was born and raised in Miami. Yuca soup was my tomato soup. I can't fathom having a grilled cheese sandwich without it. This...

Yummy yuca

Living in Miami, you can be (if you are lucky) the recipient of a Cuban family's favorite recipe like this one. I asked to share...

Yuca Tortilla Salad

Frying some yuca as patties to host a salad on top makes a great savory entree....