Yuca (Cassava Root) Box
Regular price
$69.00
What we know as Yuca or Yucca is the root of the Cassava plant native to South America has many names; it's called Manioc, Mandioca, and Macaxeira among others. The Yuca is a fibrous and starchy root with a nutty taste that's a staple in many countries in the Caribbean, Central, and South America.
If you never tasted it, you are in for a treat. You can just peel it and boil it and then prepare a "sofrito" wich sauteed onions, garlic, olive oil, orange, and lemon or even better, you can use bitter orange to give an extra special taste. Here is the recipe.
The Yuca is pretty nutritious too loaded with protein, healthy carbs, and almost no fat. Contains Vitamins A, C, K and minerals such as Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, and Phosphorous among others.
How much in the Boxes?
- The Large Box contains 16lb of Yuca
- The Regular Box contains 8lb of Yuca
