Guyanese Cassava Balls (Yuca Balls ) #Cassavaballs

cassava

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide a similar texture with added nutrients.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk offers a lighter option while being budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds flavor and health benefits.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

Boil water in a pot and add salt.

Add frozen cassava to the boiling water and let it cook until tender, about 6 minutes.

Check the cassava for doneness by inserting a knife; it should go through easily.

Strain the cassava and mash it using a potato masher or the back of a knife to remove any strings.

In a bowl, combine the mashed cassava with chopped red bell pepper, sugar, cilantro, green seasoning, and scallion.

Mix everything together with clean hands until well combined.

Form the mixture into balls, about a tablespoon in size.

Prepare a batter by whisking 2 eggs and adding sazon for color and flavor.

Roll the cassava balls in the batter before frying.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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