The traditional Yuca Fritters, sweet treats typical of the Caribbean. Small balls of sweet and spiced yuca dipped in rich syrup, perfect for celiacs. Syrup with cinnamon, lemon, vanilla, and liqueur; cooked yuca mashed with butter, eggs, fried, and cooled in syrup. A Caribbean delight.
Yuca fritters are a typical delight enjoyed in many households.
The preparation of the dough is simple and uses easy-to-find ingredients.
Once fried and dipped in syrup, they are perfect for enjoying on any special occasion.
Yuca Fritters
Ingredients
1 kilogram of Yuca, peeled and cubed
3 teaspoons of Butter
2 Eggs
4 cups of Sugar
1 teaspoon of Ground Cinnamon
2 teaspoons of Vanilla
¼ teaspoon of Ground Nutmeg
2 Cinnamon Sticks
4 cups of Water
1 Lemon
1 teaspoon of Liqueur
2 cups of Vegetable Oil
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare the syrup, bring water, 4 cups of sugar, cinnamon sticks, and lemon zest to a boil in a saucepan.
Step 2 : Let it boil and cook until it slightly thickens.
Step 3 : Once ready, remove the cinnamon sticks, add lemon juice, a bit of vanilla, and the liqueur.
Step 4 : Mix well and let it rest.
Step 5 : Cook the yuca in salted water with a little sugar and a pinch of nutmeg.
Step 6 : Then, remove from heat and let it cool.
Step 7 : Make a purée with the yuca, butter, and a teaspoon of vanilla.
Step 8 : Add the eggs and mix the dough well.
Step 9 : Form the fritters and set aside.
Step 10 : Fry the fritters in very hot oil and place them on paper towels to remove excess grease.
Step 11 : Then, dip the fritters into the prepared syrup and refrigerate.
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