Air Fryer Yuca Fries (Cassava)
Craving a crunchy, satisfying snack? Learn how to make Air Fryer Yuca Fries! Quick and easy, these cassava fries are a crispy, creamy, perfectly seasoned snack. Pair them with your preferred dip for a top-notch appetizer or side dish. Enjoy yuca in air fryer without deep frying!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 163kcal
Equipment
- medium saucepot
- medium bowl
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 pound yuca root raw
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or any neutral tasting oil with a high smoking point
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon paprika
- 6 cups water
Instructions
- Using a very sharp knife, cut off both ends of the yuca root and remove the outer skin. Cut the flesh into 3-4 inch stick-shaped pieces. Place the cut pieces in a bowl of water as you cut them.
- Bring 6 cups of salted water to a boil in a medium sized pot. Then, add the prepared yuca and boil until the pieces are fork tender. This should take about 10-15 minutes depending on the size of your fries.
- Drain the boiled yuca and pat it dry with a paper towel.
- In a large bowl, toss the yuca with oil and the dry seasonings until fully coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400° F.
- Carefully place the yuca fries in a single layer in the Ninja Foodi or air fryer basket and set the timer for 15 minutes.
- Toss the fries with tongs every few minutes to achieve a golden brown crisp on all sides.
- Once the outside is nice and crispy, using tongs, remove from the fries from the air fryer and toss with more seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 410mg | Potassium: 209mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg