Crispy Cassava Croquettes Stuffed with Ground Beef
Golden and irresistibly crispy on the outside, these cassava croquettes hide a juicy ground beef filling seasoned with garlic and tomato paste. A crowd-pleasing snack or starter that disappears in minutes at any gathering.
🛒 Ingredients
6 servings
- 1 kg peeled and cooked cassava (yuca)
- Butter (to taste)
- Salt
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- All-purpose flour for coating
- Vegetable oil for frying
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Directions
- 1
Cook the cassava in salted water until very tender. Drain and mash thoroughly until smooth.
- 2
Mix in butter gradually until the dough is soft and pliable. Season with salt and let cool slightly.
- 3
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the garlic and onion until soft and translucent.
- 4
Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon. Stir in the tomato paste and cook until the filling is dry and well-seasoned.
- 5
Take a portion of cassava dough in your palm, flatten it, place a spoonful of filling in the center, and shape into an oval croquette.
- 6
Roll each croquette in flour until evenly coated.
- 7
Heat oil to 175 °C (350 °F) and fry the croquettes in batches until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
💡 Chef's Tip
Make sure the beef filling is very dry before stuffing — excess moisture will cause the croquettes to burst during frying. For extra crunch, double-coat in flour.
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