Yuca Root
| Other names: | Cassava, Tapioca |
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| Availability: | All year. |
| Source: | Central and South America and the United States. |
| Handling tips: | Keep cool, 40-45°F and dry. |
| General information: | Once the outer bark is removed, a linen-white meat is revealed. Very dense in texture, the Yucca is very starchy. Use in soups and stews to absorb moisture or as a thickener in desserts. It can be fiied as fritters, baked or boiled. Use as you would potatoes. Good source of iron. |
