Turkey Free Cassava Chips
Crunchy, golden, and seasoned with a warm blend of turmeric and ginger, these cassava chips are the kind of snack that disappears fast. Fresh yuca gets sliced paper-thin and fried in coconut oil until perfectly crisp, delivering a satisfying crunch that rivals anything you'd find in a bag at the store — without the mystery ingredients. The seasoning is simple but punchy, and that subtle earthiness from the turmeric gives each chip a gorgeous color and a flavor that feels a little exotic without being overwhelming. Because the ingredient list is entirely plant-based and straightforward, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden animal proteins sneaking into your snack. Patting the yuca slices completely dry before frying is the real secret to getting that satisfying snap, so don't skip that step. These are fantastic on their own, but they also hold up beautifully alongside dips, salsas, or just eaten straight off the paper towel before they even make it to a bowl.
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4 servings
- 2 lb fresh yuca (cassava), peeled
- 4 cups coconut oil, for frying
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
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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