Cuban Yuca con Mojo with Garlic and Citrus

Name: Cuban Yuca con Mojo with Garlic and Citrus
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Side Dish
Ingredients: Yuca (cassava); Salt; Water; Garlic; Olive oil; Orange juice; Lime juice; Salt and pepper; Cumin; Onion

A vibrant and zesty traditional Cuban side dish

Enjoy the rich flavors of this Cuban classic, featuring tender yuca drizzled with a citrusy garlic mojo sauce.

45 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Yuca

Yuca (cassava)

2 pounds, peeled and cut into 4-inch pieces

Salt

To taste

Water

For boiling

For the Mojo Sauce

Garlic

4 cloves, minced

Olive oil

1/2 cup

Orange juice

1/3 cup, fresh

Lime juice

1/4 cup, fresh

Salt and pepper

To taste

Cumin

1 teaspoon

Onion

1 large, sliced thin

Preparation

Prepping the Yuca

Peel and Cut Yuca

Peel the yuca and cut it into large pieces.

Boil Yuca

Place the yuca in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil.

Making the Mojo Sauce

Heat Oil

In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Sauté Garlic

Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Do not allow the garlic to burn as it may turn bitter.

Combine Ingredients

Stir in the orange juice, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.

Use fresh citrus juice for a more vibrant sauce.

Cooking Process

Boiling the Yuca

Boil the yuca until tender, approximately 20-25 minutes.

Preparing the Mojo Sauce

Cook the sauce for about 5 minutes, then add the onion slices to soften them lightly.

Finishing the Yuca

Drain the yuca and place it in a serving dish, then pour the warm mojo sauce over it.

Plating & Serving