Cuban Creole Yuca with Mojo, Ready to Serve.

 

Cuban Creole Yuca with Mojo

A simple yet incredibly tasty dish that has been present in Cuban households for generations. This recipe combines the tender texture of yuca with a fragrant citrus mojo that enhances its natural flavor. Ideal as a side for any main course.

🥘 Ingredients:

  • 2.5 pounds of yuca
  • Salt to taste (1 teaspoon for boiling, 1/4 teaspoon for the garlic)
  • 2 sour oranges (juice)
  • 9 garlic cloves
  • 3 ounces of extra virgin olive oil or pork lard
  • 1/2 red onion
  • Fresh chopped parsley or dried powdered parsley

 

 

👨‍🍳 Step-by-step preparation

1. Cook the yuca

Bring water with one teaspoon of salt to a boil in a large pot. Add the peeled yuca cut into medium pieces. Cover and cook until tender but not falling apart.

2. Make the mojo criollo

Crush the garlic with 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a mortar. In a pan, add the oil or lard, stir in the garlic, and sauté over low heat until it begins to brown. Then add the chopped onion and cook until well softened.

3. Add the citrus juice

Once the onion is well cooked down, add the sour orange juice, stir, and remove from heat. This unique mojo will be the heart of the dish.

4. Serve with flair

Drain the yuca and place it on a serving dish. Pour the hot mojo over the top, making sure each piece is well coated. Garnish with fresh parsley or sprinkle with the dried version. If you used pork cracklings (empella) in the lard, you can add the crispy bits on top for an extra special touch.

ℹ️ Recipe details

  • Servings: 4 people
  • Total time: 45–55 minutes
  • Category: Root Vegetables & Cooked Veggies
  • Cuisine: Cuban

✅ Tips to boost the flavor

  • Use fresh sour oranges for a more authentic mojo.
  • Avoid overcooking the yuca so it doesn't fall apart when served.
  • The final touch of crispy empellitas gives it an irresistible look.

📌 Suggested tags

yuca con mojo, traditional Cuban recipes, flavorful root vegetables, creole cooking, typical side dishes

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For the original recipe in Spanish, visit: Yuca con Mojo Criollo Cubano.