Yucca Hash Brown Tacos

Ingredients:

• Yucca root

• Olive oil or cooking spray

• Salt and pepper

• Optional: onion powder, garlic powder, paprika for added flavor

• Red onion, thinly sliced

• Bell peppers, thinly sliced (any color you prefer)

• Cumin

• Paprika

• Taco shells or tortillas

• Toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, salsa, lime wedges, cilantro, etc.

Instructions:

1. Preparation of Yucca Hash Browns:

• Peel the yucca root and cut it into manageable chunks.

• Use a box grater or a food processor with a grating attachment to grate the yucca.

• Place the grated yucca in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out excess moisture.

• Season the squeezed yucca with salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings like onion powder, garlic powder, or paprika.

• Form small portions of the yucca mixture into hash brown patties.

1. Cooking Yucca Hash Browns:

• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

• Carefully place the yucca hash browns in the skillet, ensuring they are not too crowded.

• Cook until the bottom side is golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook the other side.

• Place the cooked yucca hash browns on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

1. Sautéing Vegetables:

• In the same skillet, heat more olive oil if needed.

• Add thinly sliced red onions and bell peppers to the skillet.

• Sauté until the vegetables are softened and slightly caramelized.

• Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.

1. Combining Yucca Hash Browns and Vegetables:

• Add the cooked yucca hash browns to the skillet with sautéed vegetables.

• Gently mix everything together until well combined.

1. Warming Taco Shells:

• Warm the taco shells or tortillas in the oven or on a dry skillet.

1. Assembling Tacos:

• Fill each taco shell with the yucca hash brown and vegetable mixture.

1. Toppings:

• Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, and any other toppings you prefer.

1. Garnishes:

• Garnish with salsa, a squeeze of lime, and fresh cilantro.

1. Serve and Enjoy:

• Serve the yucca hash brown tacos immediately while warm.

These yucca hash brown tacos offer a delightful combination of crispy yucca hash browns and flavorful sautéed vegetables. You can customize the toppings to suite your tastes to give you a unique and satisfying taco experience!