Fried Yuca Turnovers with Black Beans and Chorizo

Name: Fried Yuca Turnovers with Black Beans and Chorizo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups mayonnaise; 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 small jalapeno, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/4 cup warm water; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 pounds fresh yuca, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks, or 1 1/2 pounds frozen yuca; 2 cups cooked black beans, rinsed and drained if canned; 2 cups grated Mexican Cotija, Nicaraguan Chontaleno or Pecorino Romano cheese (1/2 pound); 4 ounces Spanish chorizo, casing removed, sausage finely chopped; 2 medium onions, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper; Salt; 1 teaspoon frehsly ground black pepper; Peanut oil, for frying

Servings: persons

2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 small jalapeno, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup warm water
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 pounds fresh yuca, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks, or 1 1/2 pounds frozen yuca
2 cups cooked black beans, rinsed and drained if canned
2 cups grated Mexican Cotija, Nicaraguan Chontaleno or Pecorino Romano cheese (1/2 pound)
4 ounces Spanish chorizo, casing removed, sausage finely chopped
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Salt
1 teaspoon frehsly ground black pepper
Peanut oil, for frying

1
combine the mayonnaise, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno and garlic in a blender.
2
Add the water and blend until smooth.
3
Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate.
4
In a large saucepan, cover the yuca with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil.
5
Simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
6
Drain well and let cool, then refrigerate until cold, at least 4 hours.
7
In a medium bowl, mash the black beans to a fine paste.
8
Mix in 1 cup of the cheese and the chorizo, onions and red pepper.
9
transfer the mixture to a medium saucepan and cook over moderately high heat, stirring often, until thick and smooth, 8 to 10 minutes.
10
Let cool.
11
In a food processor, combine the cold yuca with the remaining 1 cup of cheese and season with salt and the black pepper.
12
Process until smooth.
13
Divide the yuca dough into 12 equal pieces.
14
Line a tortilla press with wax paper and flatten each piece of yuca dough into a 1/4-inch-thick round.
15
Alternatively, on a lightly floured surface, roll each piece of yuca dough into a 4-inch round.
16
Place 1 1/2 tablespoons of the bean filling in the center of each round.
17
Fold the dough to form half moons; pinch the edges to seal.
18
In a medium saucepan, heat 4 inches of peanut oil to 375.
19
Fry the turnovers in batches until golden, about 3 minutes per side.
20
Serve hot, with the sauce on the side.

1221

kcal

Calories

110

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups mayonnaise, 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro, 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 small jalapeno, minced, and more.

Yes, Fried Yuca Turnovers with Black Beans and Chorizo falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!