High Protein Crispy Yucca Fries
Craving a healthy snack that’s packed with protein and bursting with bold flavors? These High Protein Crispy Yucca Fries are the answer! Made with tender, nutrient-rich yucca root and coated in a seasoned chickpea flour batter, these golden-baked fries are irresistibly crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Boiled to perfection before baking, they deliver a satisfying crisp without the need for deep frying. Enhanced with a delicious blend of garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper, every bite offers a savory, smoky kick. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with your favorite dipping sauce, this gluten-free, plant-based recipe is ideal for a guilt-free indulgence or a fun appetizer to share. Perfect for meal preppers and snack enthusiasts alike, these fries redefine comfort food with a healthy twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large yucca (cassava) root
- 0.75 cup chickpea flour
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- as needed cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly coat the parchment paper with cooking spray.
Peel the yucca root. Carefully slice the yucca into fry-sized sticks, about 1/2 inch thick. Discard the fibrous core.
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the yucca sticks and boil for 10 minutes until they are just fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, water, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until a smooth batter forms.
Add the partially cooked yucca sticks to the batter. Toss gently until all pieces are evenly coated.
Arrange the coated yucca sticks on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they do not touch too tightly, which helps them crisp up during baking.
Lightly spray the yucca fries with cooking spray and place the baking sheet in the preheated oven.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping the fries halfway through baking, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve the crispy yucca fries warm, next to your favorite dipping sauce, such as garlic aioli or spicy ketchup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 25.1 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2625 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 580.5 g | 211% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.7 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.6 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 310 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 4677 mg | 100% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
