Yuca root is the unsung hero of the vegetable world. The root veggie is known by multiple names including cassava, manioc and yuca – not to be confused with yucca, the native perennial shrub with ...

A plate of yuca fries with a small bowl of pickled vegetables. - Roberto Machado Noa/Getty Images The next time you're looking for a fun twist on a classic french fry, give yuca frita a try. Also ...

a stack of yuca root - Luis Echeverri Urrea/Getty Images If you're a fan of starchy comfort foods, you've probably had plenty of potatoes in your life (fried, roasted, or Millionaire Mashed Potatoes ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Yield: 6 servings 1 small yucca, about 11 ounces 3 tablespoons dende oil (or vegetable oil) 1/2 cup chopped onion 1. To prepare ...

Root vegetables are the unsung heroes of the kitchen, offering earthy flavors, hearty textures, and endless versatility. Whether you roast them to caramelized perfection, mash them into creamy sides, ...

Yucca fritters, also known as casabe frito or mandioca frita, are a delicious and versatile preparation typical of various ...

Purê de mandioca, or yuca purée, made with an indigenous Brazilian root vegetable, takes the place of mashed potatoes for some expats during the holiday. By Christina Morales On Christmas Day in Macaé ...

QUIVICÁN, Cuba — When Julio César Núñez was a child, he helped his grandmother make casabe from scratch, using artisanal tools — and an ancient cooking method — to turn grated yuca root into a thin, ...