Yuca and Cheese Fritters with Garlic

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Crispy fritters made with boiled yuca, melted cheese, and aromatic garlic, perfect for appetizers or sides. This puerto rican-inspired vegetarian ready in about 35 minutes pairs yuca roots, all-purpose flour, mozzarella cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.5 (8 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Puerto Rican cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Boil yuca cubes in salted water until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well and let cool completely.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine cooled yuca, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup grated mozzarella, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. If mixture is dry, add 1 beaten egg.
  3. Step 3: Form mixture into small patties (about 2 inches in diameter). Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Yuca and Cheese Fritters with Garlic take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Yuca and Cheese Fritters with Garlic?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep yuca roots from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Yuca and Cheese Fritters with Garlic?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Yuca and Cheese Fritters with Garlic for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Yuca and Cheese Fritters with Garlic vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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