Dominican Republic Bolitos de Yuca

Step 1

Peel and boil the cassava in a pot of water lightly salted, until tender

Step 2

Drain and puree

Step 3

Add the butter, parsley, milk and mix together

Step 4

season with salt and let cool down to room temperature

Step 5

Put two spoonfuls of the mixture int eh palm of your hand. Flatten it to place the cheese cube in the center and roll around it to make a ball.

Step 6

Repeat until all the batter is used

Step 7

Whisk the egg, and put the flour on a plate

Step 8

Dip the balls into the egg then into the flour, shake off excess flour.

Step 9

Chill for two hours in the refrigerator uncovered

Step 10

Heat up the oil to medium high and fry until golden brown.

Step 11

Drain excess oil on paper towel and serve immediately