🇵🇦 Panamanian Cuisine

Yuca Frita

Fried Yuca Sticks

Prep Time 10 min

Servings 4

Difficulty Easy

Calories 266 kcal

Boiled yuca sticks deep-fried until golden and crispy outside with a fluffy interior — Panama's beloved alternative to french fries.

Ingredients

1 Cut yuca into sticks or wedges about 7cm long.
2 Boil in salted water until tender but not falling apart, about 15 min. Drain well.
3 Remove the woody center fiber from each piece.
4 Let yuca dry and cool slightly.
5 Fry in hot oil (180°C) until golden and crispy, about 4-5 min.
6 Drain on paper towels, salt generously. Serve with garlic sauce.

Did You Know?

Panamanians consider yuca frita superior to french fries in every way — crispier outside, creamier inside, and more satisfying.