Mediterranean Diet Friendly Cassava Fries with Garlic & Herbs
Crispy on the outside, tender in the middle, and loaded with garlic and warm spice, these oven-roasted fries are the kind of side dish that disappears fast. Cassava is a starchy root vegetable that gets beautifully golden in a hot oven, especially after a quick parboil that ensures the inside stays fluffy while the edges crisp up. Coconut oil, turmeric, ginger, and fresh herbs do all the heavy lifting here — no processed sauces, no refined oils, just clean, vibrant flavors that fit naturally into a plant-forward way of eating. The two-step method of boiling then roasting is the real secret: it drives out excess moisture so the fries actually crisp instead of steam. Fresh parsley and rosemary scattered on right out of the oven add a bright, aromatic finish that makes the whole tray smell incredible. This is the kind of recipe that proves wholesome eating doesn't have to mean boring eating — it just means cooking with good ingredients and a little intention.
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4 servings
- 2 lb fresh cassava (yuca), peeled and cut into 3-inch sticks about ½ inch thick
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Place the cassava sticks in a large pot and cover with cold salted water by at least 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a steady simmer and cook for 12–15 minutes, until the sticks are just tender when pierced with a fork but still hold their shape — they should not be falling apart.
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