Chifles de Yuca
Chifles de Yuca are crispy, golden-fried slices or sticks of cassava, a starchy root vegetable, popular as a snack across Latin America, especially in coastal regions of Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. The dish typically consists of thinly sliced yuca (cassava) deep-fried until crunchy, often seasoned with salt, and sometimes served with a squeeze of lime or a spicy dipping sauce.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Chifles de Yuca are high in carbohydrates due to the starchy nature of cassava, with a moderate amount of fat from frying, and very little protein. A typical serving (about 1 cup or 100g) provides roughly 300-350 calories, along with some dietary fiber, potassium, and vitamin C from the yuca.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 78 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 4.5 g |
| Sugar | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 550 mg |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg |
| Folate | 55 mcg |
| Vitamin K | 2.5 mcg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Phosphorus | 35 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
Per 1 cup (100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, chifles de Yuca are a beloved street food and party snack, often enjoyed with cold drinks or as an accompaniment to ceviche. Nutritionally, while fried, cassava is naturally gluten-free and a good source of resistant starch, which can support gut health when consumed in moderation.
