Masaco de Yuca con Queso

Delve into the flavors of Bolivia with this traditional appetizer or snack, Masaco de Yuca con Queso. These crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside yuca cakes offer a delightful combination of textures and flavors perfect for sharing with friends and family over a cup of coffee or tea.

Ingredients

🌿 1 whole yuca, peeled
🧀 175 grams semi-cured cheese, grated
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
🫒 1 tablespoon olive oil
💧 1 liter water

Instructions

1- Prepare the Yuca:

• Cut the yuca into small, manageable pieces.
• Peel the yuca by making a lateral cut along the skin, then peeling it off.

2- Cook the Yuca:

• In a pot, bring 1 liter of water and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a boil.
• Add the peeled yuca pieces to the boiling water and cook until they are tender and soft.
• Remove the cooked yuca from the water and transfer it to a bowl.

3- Mash and Mix:

• Using a fork, mash the yuca thoroughly.
• Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the mashed yuca and mix it in until well combined.

4- Assemble the Masaco:

• Grate 175 grams of semi-cured cheese using a box grater.
• Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a small amount of olive oil.
• Place a round food mold/ring in the pan.
• Add a layer of mashed yuca to the bottom of the mold, pressing it down slightly.
• Place a portion of grated cheese in the center, on top of the yuca layer.
• Cover the cheese with another layer of mashed yuca, pressing gently to form a patty.

5- Cook the Masaco:

• Carefully remove the food mold/ring, leaving the formed masaco patty in the pan.
• Cook the masaco patty on both sides for a few minutes until golden brown and crispy.
• Repeat the process for the remaining masaco portions.

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Equipment: Cutting board, Kitchen knife, Stainless steel pot, Wooden spoon, Fork, Glass bowl, Box grater, White plate, Non-stick frying pan, Stainless steel food mold/ring, Black slotted spatula

Cooking Tips

• For easier peeling of the yuca, make a slit along the side of the yuca before peeling.
• Using a food mold helps create uniform masaco patties.

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Masaco de Yuca con Queso

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