Vegan Arepa de Yuca
Discover the irresistible charm of Vegan Arepa de Yuca, a gluten-free twist on a beloved Latin American classic! Made with yuca (cassava) flour, these arepas are delightfully crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, boasting a savory depth from nutritional yeast and a zesty flair with fresh cilantro, scallions, and a finishing drizzle of lime juice. Perfectly pan-fried to golden perfection, they’re a versatile treat that can stand alone or pair beautifully with your favorite vegan toppings. With simple ingredients and just 50 minutes from start to finish, this plant-based recipe is a satisfying addition to any meal, while remaining naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and utterly delicious.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Yuca (cassava) flour
- 1.5 cups Water
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.25 cup Chopped scallions
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine yuca flour, salt, and nutritional yeast.
Step 3
Gradually add the boiling water to the bowl while stirring continuously, until the mixture becomes a smooth dough.
Step 4
Knead the dough lightly with clean hands for 2-3 minutes until it firms up. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more yuca flour.
Step 5
Mix in the chopped scallions and cilantro into the dough.
Step 6
Divide the dough into 8 even pieces and shape each piece into a ball. Then flatten each into a disc about 1/2 inch thick.
Step 7
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Step 8
Pan-fry each arepa for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Step 9
Once cooked, drizzle lime juice over the arepas.
Step 10
Serve the arepas warm as a side dish or enjoy on their own with vegan toppings of choice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (718.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1251.6 |
| Total Fat 43.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1241.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 205.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.0g | |
| Protein 10.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 131.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 994.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories