Gala Foods Supermarket I Recipe: Yuca con Chicharrón

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs reduce fat while maintaining flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers creaminess with fewer calories.

Peel and cut the yuca into chunks.

Boil yuca in salted water until tender, about 20-30 minutes.

Drain yuca and let it cool slightly.

In a skillet, heat cooking oil over medium heat.

Fry the pork belly until crispy, about 10-15 minutes.

Remove the pork and drain on paper towels.

In the same skillet, add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.

Mix in chopped cilantro and season with salt and black pepper.

Serve yuca topped with crispy pork, sautéed vegetables, and lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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