Yuca Cakes Stuffed with Meat

Yuca Cakes Stuffed with Meat are a popular delicacy in Central and South America. The preparation involves cooking and shredding the meat, mixing it with yuca puree, forming cakes, and frying them until golden brown. Serve with pico de gallo or guacamole for a delicious gastronomic experience. Enjoy your meal.

Yuca Cakes Stuffed with Meat are a traditional dish that combines flavors and textures.

The yuca, cooked and transformed into puree, joins the cooked and shredded meat to create a juicy and delicious filling.

With a perfect golden crisp when fried, these empanadas are ideal for sharing on any occasion.

Yuca Cakes Stuffed with Meat

Appetizers
1 hour
10 Servings

Ingredients

3 pounds of Yuca

1 pound of Pork, beef, or chicken

5 Eggs

1 pinch of Salt

½ liter of Oil

1 Large onion

3 Green bell peppers

1 pinch of Pepper

Preparation

Step 1 : Wash the yuca with water before removing the skin and cutting it into medium pieces.

Step 2 : Then, cook it for about 45 minutes and let it cool before mashing it with a fork in a bowl.

Step 3 : On the other hand, cook the meat with onion and bell pepper until tender, adding salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4 : Shred the meat when cold.

Step 5 : In a pan with oil, fry the onion and bell pepper, then add the meat and cook for 5 minutes before letting it cool.

Step 6 : Beat the eggs in a bowl and set aside.

Step 7 : Mix the meat with the yuca dough and form small empanadas or cakes with your hands.

Step 8 : Heat oil in a pot and, when hot, dip the cakes in the beaten eggs and fry until golden brown.

Step 9 : Drain the fried empanadas on a paper towel or colander and serve with pico de gallo or guacamole sauce.

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