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Cassava croquettes (Pastel de Yuca),

cassava croquettes, yuca pastel

Pasteles de yuca are small fried croquettes popular in Latin America, particularly in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. Made with cassava dough (gluten-free), they are stuffed with meat, chicken or cheese and are perfect as a starter or aperitif. Their crust is crispy and their filling is soft which makes it a delicious bite. Cassava, the basic ingredient of the dough, provides a different texture and a mild taste that goes perfectly with the stuffing. Ideal for discovering Latin flavors in an authentic way. I didn't fry them but cooked them in my air fryer, Ninja Foodi for a healthier version.

Cooking method:
Difficulty: intermediary
Ingredients
  • 500 g grated cassava
  • 250 g of minced meat (beef or chicken)
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 1 chopped pepper
  • 1 clove of crushed garlic
  • Salt, pepper, cumin (to taste)
  • Vegetable oil for frying
Preparation
  1. 1
    Drain the grated cassava well to remove excess water.
  2. 2
    Heat a little oil in a pan and brown the onion, pepper and garlic. Add the minced meat, season with salt, pepper, and cumin, then cook until the meat is browned.
  3. 3
    Take a small portion of grated cassava, flatten it in your hand and add a little stuffing in the center. Form a pâté by sealing the edges.
  4. 4
    Fry the pasteles in hot oil until golden brown.
  5. 5
    Drain on absorbent paper before serving. For a less fatty version, you can cook them for 20 minutes in air fry mode, in your air fryer (Ninja Foodi for me)
Keywords: Latin American cassava croquette, yuca pastel
Read it online: https://glutenevasion.fr/recette/croquettes-de-manioc-pastel-de-yuca/