Low Carb Crispy Fried Yuca

Discover the ultimate guilt-free indulgence with this Low Carb Crispy Fried Yuca recipe! Perfect for low-carb and gluten-free eaters, this dish transforms yuca root—a naturally starchy Latin American favorite—into golden perfection with a crunchy exterior and fluffy center. Coated in a flavorful blend of almond flour, parmesan cheese, and savory spices like garlic and paprika, and fried to crispy goodness in velvety coconut oil, each bite is irresistibly satisfying. The addition of xanthan gum ensures the coating clings beautifully, while a quick parboil preps the yuca for even cooking. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal as a snack, side dish, or appetizer, especially when paired with your favorite dipping sauce. Embrace bold flavors while staying on track with this innovative, low-carb twist on a beloved classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large fresh yuca root
• 1 tablespoon Xanthan gum
• 0.5 cup almond flour
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.75 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup coconut oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel the yuca roots and cut them into 3-inch sections, then slice each section in half lengthwise.

Step 2

Place the yuca pieces in a large pot and fill with water to cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Cook the yuca for about 10-15 minutes until they start to get tender but are not fully cooked. Drain the yuca and let them cool slightly.

Step 4

Once cool enough to handle, remove the tough fibrous core from the center of each piece.

Step 5

In a bowl, whisk together xanthan gum, almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

In another bowl, whisk the eggs.

Step 7

Heat the coconut oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 8

Dip each yuca piece first into the egg mixture, letting any excess drip off, then coat with the almond flour mixture.

Step 9

Carefully place coated yuca pieces into hot oil, frying in batches if necessary, to avoid overcrowding.

Step 10

Fry each piece for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 11

Remove fried yuca pieces from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 12

Serve the crispy fried yuca hot, potentially with a dipping sauce of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1104.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2848.2

Total Fat 154.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 394.2mg	0%
Sodium 2279.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 329.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.6g	0%
Total Sugars 15.9g
Protein 43.6g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 532.9mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 2395.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.2%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 45.7%