Side Dish · Caribbean · Latin American ·

Cuban Yuca con Mojo with Garlic and Citrus

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

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·By Troy·
Cuban Yuca con Mojo with Garlic and Citrus
Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Difficulty
Easy
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Prepping the Yuca

  1. 1

    Peel and Cut Yuca

    Peel the yuca and cut it into large pieces.

  2. 2

    Boil Yuca

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

Making the Mojo Sauce

  1. 1

    Heat Oil

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

  2. 2

    Sauté Garlic

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

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

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

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

    Tip: Use fresh citrus juice for a more vibrant sauce.

How to Make Cuban Yuca con Mojo with Garlic and Citrus

Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings

  1. 1

    Boiling the Yuca

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

  2. 2

    Preparing the Mojo Sauce

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

  3. 3

    Finishing the Yuca

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

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