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Fried Yucca Couscous Salad

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup yucca couscous
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 gallon oil
  • 1 cup peanuts
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup scallion greens
  • 1 teaspoon parsley
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar

Preparation

Baking Directions:

Steam yucca couscous over water in double boiler for 10 minutes or until fluffy.

Remove and let cool.

When cold, fry yucca couscous in a 365°F fryer for 3 minutes or until crispy.

Remove from fryer, transfer onto a paper towel and let dry for 5 minutes.

When dry, transfer yucca couscous to a large bowl, fold in peanuts, pepper, corn, scallions, parsley, and basil.

In a different bowl, mix oil and vinegar very well and pour over yucca-couscous mixture.

Season with salt and pepper.

Mix well and serve.

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