
Crispy, golden, and seasoned with a warm blend of turmeric and ginger, these cassava chips deliver serious snack energy without a trace of nutmeg anywhere in sight. Fresh yuca gets sliced paper-thin and fried in coconut oil until it turns delicately crunchy — the kind of chip that disappears fast straight from the bowl. Because the seasoning is mixed from scratch right in your own kitchen, you have complete control over every ingredient, which matters a lot when you're avoiding spice blends that often sneak in nutmeg as a background note. The turmeric gives each chip a gorgeous amber hue while the ginger adds just enough warmth to keep things interesting without overwhelming the natural, slightly starchy flavor of the yuca. Patting the slices completely dry before frying is the real secret to getting that satisfying crunch rather than a greasy, limp result. They crisp up even further as they cool, so a little patience goes a long way. Bag them up in an airtight container and they'll stay crunchy for a couple of days — though honestly, they rarely last that long.
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Peel the yuca by cutting off both ends, then slicing through the bark-like skin lengthwise and pulling it away in strips. Halve each piece crosswise, then use a mandoline or a sharp knife to slice the yuca into rounds 1/16 to 1/8 inch thick. Pat the slices thoroughly dry with paper towels — any surface moisture will cause the oil to spatter.
Pour the coconut oil into a large pot or deep skillet to a depth of at least 2 inches. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 350°F (175°C) on a deep-fry thermometer.
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