Yuca Frita
Yuca Frita is a popular dish of deep-fried cassava root, often served as a crispy side or snack. The primary ingredient is peeled, boiled, and then fried yuca (manioc), commonly seasoned with salt and sometimes garlic or other spices. It is a staple in Latin American, Caribbean, and West African cuisines.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Yuca Frita is high in carbohydrates and provides a good source of dietary fiber and essential minerals like potassium and magnesium. A typical serving of about 100 grams contains roughly 300-350 calories, mostly from carbs and the oil used for frying.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 68 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 4.5 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 558 mg |
| Vitamin C | 42 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg |
| Folate | 56 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Calcium | 30 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, yuca is a resilient and drought-resistant crop that has been a food security staple for centuries in tropical regions. Nutritionally, it is a gluten-free, starchy alternative to potatoes, offering more fiber and certain vitamins when prepared with its skin.
