Whole30 Crispy Fried Cassava
Get ready to elevate your snacking game with this irresistible Whole30 Crispy Fried Cassava recipe! Perfectly golden and satisfyingly crunchy, these cassava fries are naturally gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and made with wholesome ingredients like coconut oil and simple seasonings. Boiled to fork-tender perfection before frying, the cassava’s fluffy interior contrasts beautifully with its crisp exterior. With a sprinkling of sea salt, garlic powder, and optional fresh parsley for a pop of flavor, this dish is a healthier, allergen-friendly alternative to traditional fried snacks. Whether served as a side dish, appetizer, or Whole30-compliant snack, these crispy fried cassava bites are sure to become a new favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cassava root
- 1 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the cassava roots. Cut them into 3-inch sections, then halve those sections lengthwise. Remove the woody core from the center.
Place the cassava pieces in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 10 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and let cool.
Once cooled, cut the cassava into thin fries, about 1/2-inch in width.
In a deep frying pan, heat coconut oil over medium-high heat. Oil is ready when a small piece of cassava sizzles upon contact.
Carefully add cassava fries in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-5 minutes per side until they are golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried cassava onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
While still hot, season the cassava fries with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately to enjoy their crispy texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 225.4 g | 289% | |
| Saturated Fat | 186.0 g | 930% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2486 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 435.8 g | 158% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 3105 mg | 66% | |
*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.
