Keto Crispy Fried Cassava
Dive into irresistible crunch with this **Keto Crispy Fried Cassava**, a low-carb spin on a beloved classic! Perfectly golden and packed with flavor, this recipe transforms cassava (yuca) root into mouthwatering sticks coated in a seasoned blend of almond and coconut flours. Boiled until tender and then fried to crispy perfection in nutrient-rich avocado oil, the lightly spiced crust delivers a satisfying bite that pairs beautifully with your favorite keto-friendly dips. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, this gluten-free and paleo-friendly dish makes an excellent appetizer, snack, or side for any occasion. Bring this carb-conscious delight to the table and savor the simplicity of keto comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cassava (yuca) root
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup avocado oil
Instructions
Peel the cassava roots and cut them into 2-inch thick sticks.
Place the cassava sticks in a pot of water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and let cool.
In a shallow bowl, mix together almond flour, coconut flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
In another bowl, whisk the egg with unsweetened almond milk until well combined.
Dip each cassava stick into the egg mixture and then coat it with the flour mixture. Ensure each piece is well coated.
Heat the avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, fry the coated cassava in batches for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the cassava sticks from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the crispy fried cassava warm and enjoy as a keto-friendly snack or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 280.4 g | 359% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.5 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 1509 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 348.8 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.8 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 589 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2531 mg | 54% | |
*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.
