cassava recipe takes a south of the border classic–the arepa–and adds a whole new flavor and style. In honor of the origin–these are Venezuelan style arepas, we will offer the recipe in Spanish and English.
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Cassava Recipes: Arepas de Yuca
Posted by Agro2 on December 1st, 2011
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No Comments »Cassava Recipes from Agro2: Boiled Cassava with Garlic Lime Sauce
Posted by Agro2 on February 5th, 2011
Cassava is good for you–it’s high in B3, iron and calcium. But this recipe from Veggie Zone also makes it a low-fat, flavorful accompaniment to dinner, or even as its own dinner. The recipe’s low in calories and fat, and high in fiber and protein.
Posted in Cassava Recipes, Entrees, Sides and Appetizers Tags: boiled, cassava, flavor, garlic, lime, recipes, sauce 1 Comment »Cassava Recipes from Agro2: Chilli Garlic Cassava Chips
Posted by Agro2 on January 25th, 2011
In hot salty water boil the cassava until tender and cooked, drain and let it cool for a few minutes. Cut into long strips or wedges. Crush the garlic and green chilies.
Cassava Recipes from Agro2: Roasted Cassava (Yuca Asada)
Posted by Agro2 on December 16th, 2010
This recipe, via MyColombianRecipes, covers the basics of the colombian style in terms of flavoring, but can be easily altered to taste.
Posted in Cassava Recipes, Sides and Appetizers Tags: cassava, colombian, fried, roasted No Comments »Cassava Recipes: Yuca Frita
Posted by Agro2 on November 26th, 2010
Yuca frita is a classic preparation of this delicious root. It is one of our favorites, not only because it is so simple and delicious, but because it is such a staple in Panama, Colombia, and all across Central America. Our recipe for this dish, however, comes from Erica at My Colombian Recipes, which makes [...]
Cassava Recipes from Agro2: Cassava Pie
Posted by Agro2 on September 29th, 2010
Today’s cassava recipe is stick-to-your ribs good cassava pie. This is not a dessert, but a cheesy snack perfect for a chilly afternoon. The recipe, via Mr. Cook, evokes images of fireplaces and homes. In reality, cassava grows wild in many parts of the world, and was only domesticated a few thousand years ago. Even in Agro2′s native Panama, one can see wild cassava that has grown into trees.
Posted in Cassava Recipes, Cassava/Yuca, Entrees, Sides and Appetizers Tags: agro2, cassava, mashed, Panama, pie, recipes, snack, wild 1 Comment »Cassava Recipe of the Day: Shrimp and Creamy Cassava Sauce
Posted by Agro2 on September 15th, 2010
This delicious recipe, taken from the dedicated writers at Cassava vs. Yams, is great for Agro2′s native Panama because it blendstwo popular ingredients. Cassava grows wild in Panama from Colon to Pedasi. Meanwhile, tourists and locals can enjoy tasty, fresh-caught shrimp in any part of Panama.
Posted in Cassava Recipes, Cassava/Yuca, Sides and Appetizers Tags: cassava, cook, creamy, mashed, Panama, peeled, recipes No Comments »Cassava Recipes from Agro2: Baked Cassava Gratin
Posted by Agro2 on August 15th, 2010
We included today’s cassava recipe for baked cassava gratin because, if you haven’t noticed from our other recipes, cassava is a delicious substitution for potatoes, and it goes oh-so-well with cheese. If that wasn’t enough reason to include this yummy alternative to scalloped potatoes, we loved the description that the author (Food N More) [...]
Posted in Cassava Recipes, Sides and Appetizers Tags: baked, cassava, cheese, gratin, potatoes, recipes, yucca No Comments »Cassava Recipes from Agro2: Cassava Cheese Fritters
Posted by Agro2 on August 8th, 2010
Today’s cassava recipe comes from none other than the BBC! Cassava fritters are about as common as cassava cake. This recipe is easily variable according to taste. We recommend substituting cheddar cheese for feta and adding 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Ingredients: ½kg/1lb 1½oz fresh peeled cassava (must remove the fibrous centre from it) 200g/7¼oz feta [...]
Posted in Cassava Recipes, Sides and Appetizers Tags: cake, cassava, fritters, recipes, taste No Comments »Cassava Recipes from Agro2: Buttered Cassava
Posted by Agro2 on July 27th, 2010
Today’s cassava recipe comes from Circle of Moms and is the perfect cure for holiday decadence. It is low fat, packed with vitamins, and easy to prepare as a snack or side dish to accompany holiday leftovers. Ingredients: 1/2 lb of sliced Cassava (peeled and boiled) 1 medium carrot finely shredded 2 teaspoons butter 1 [...]
