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Cheese Stuffed Yuca Recipe

Rebekah Garcia Kalinowski
Cheese Stuffed Yuca are a party appetizer that can't be beat! Delightful little flavor bombs with the BEST dipping sauce!
5 from 9 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 24 1 fried yuca ball
Calories 52 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces Frozen Yuca (1 pound)
  • 1/4 pound Mozzarella Cheese cut into ½ inch cubes
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoons Guava Paste
  • 1/4 cup White Vinegar to taste

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil. Salt the water (about a tablespoon) and add the yuca. Cook according to the package instructions, or until fork tender (about 15-25 minutes).
  • Drain the yuca and remove the woody stems from the core. Season with salt and pepper and mash until smooth.
  • Take a heaping tablespoon of yuca and flatten in palm of hand. Place a cube of cheese in center and pinch the yuca around the cheese to form a ball. Repeat with remaining yuca and cheese.
  • To fry, heat oil over high heat. Oil should be about 1/2-inch deep.
  • Add yuca and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve with guava dipping sauce.
  • Microwave the guava paste and vinegar until melted and stir until the consistency of barbecue sauce. Add additional vinegar if necessary, to thin.
Keyword Appetizers, Cheese, Dips, Family Meals and Snacks, Guava, Party Food, Snacks