Walnut Free Ginger-Lime Cassava Fries
Crispy on the outside, tender in the middle, and loaded with bright tropical flavor, these baked cassava fries are the kind of snack that disappears fast. Fresh ginger and lime zest bring a zippy, aromatic punch, while ground turmeric gives each fry a gorgeous golden hue that looks just as good as it tastes. Coconut oil is the secret to getting that satisfying crisp in the oven — no deep fryer needed, and no mystery ingredients to worry about. The technique matters here: par-boiling the cassava first and drying it thoroughly before tossing it in the coating is what separates truly crispy fries from soggy ones. Every single ingredient in this recipe is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts, so you can serve these at a gathering without having to field questions or double-check labels. A finishing scatter of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime right before serving takes the whole thing over the top. These are the kind of fries that make people ask for the recipe before they've even finished their first one.
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4 servings
- 2 lb fresh cassava (yuca), peeled and cut into 3-inch x ½-inch sticks
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp lime zest (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cassava sticks and cook for 8–10 minutes, until just tender when pierced with a fork but not falling apart. Drain well and spread on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to dry for 5 minutes — excess moisture prevents crisping.
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