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Yaroa de papa

Cultural Context

Yaroa de papa is a beloved street food in the Dominican Republic, originating from the creative fusion of flavors and textures that reflect the country's culinary diversity. Traditionally served as a hearty meal, it combines crispy fries with various toppings, showcasing the Dominican penchant for vibrant, satisfying dishes. Today, Yaroa has gained popularity beyond its borders, often enjoyed at gatherings and parties, and adapted with different proteins and sauces.

DominicanDOmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb shredded ham
1 teaspoon black pepper
to taste bone soaking sauce
4 cups french fries
1/2 cup olive oil
1 cup swiss cheese
1 cup provolone cheese
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup mayonnaise

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat while ground pork is often less expensive.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories, while processed cheese is cheaper.

1

Shred the ham using a shredder and place it in a bowl.

2

Add black pepper and bone soaking sauce to the shredded ham and mix well.

3

Heat oil in a pan and fry the store-bought french fries until golden brown.

4

In a separate pan, add a little olive oil and cook the shredded ham for about 5 minutes, being careful not to overcook it.

5

Layer the fried french fries in a serving dish.

6

Add a layer of the cooked ham on top of the fries.

7

Drizzle ketchup and mayonnaise over the ham.

8

Add layers of swiss cheese and provolone cheese on top of the meat.

9

Microwave the assembled dish for 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.

Cooking Techniques

fryingsautéing

Equipment Needed

deep fryerskilletserving plate

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

YaroaYaroa de papa frita

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