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Yuca al Mojo Recipe

Yuca al Mojo Recipe

A delicious Latin American side dish made with tender yuca and a bright, garlicky mojo sauce. Perfect for pairing with grilled meats or seafood.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 375
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Yuca:2 lbs frozen yuca cassavaSalt for boiling
  • 2 lbs frozen yuca cassava
  • Salt for boiling
  • Mojo Sauce:⅓ cup olive oil6-8 garlic cloves minced¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 2-3 limes)1 small onion, thinly slicedSalt to tasteFresh parsley or green onion, finely chopped, for garnish
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 6-8 garlic cloves minced
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice about 2-3 limes
  • 1 small onion thinly sliced
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley or green onion finely chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Cook the Yuca
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  3. Add the frozen yuca and cook for 25 to 30 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  4. Drain the yuca and carefully remove any tough, fibrous cores from the center. Set aside.

Notes

Storage & Meal Prep
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat, in the microwave, or in a 350°F oven until heated through.