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1 ingredient cassava tortilla recipe stacked on brown parchment paper.
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5 from 2 votes

1-Ingredient Cassava Tortillas

This delicious cassava tortilla also known as yuca is made with only one ingredient. A great alternative to corn or flour tortillas also can be used as a flatbread or wrap.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Carribean, Indian, Mexican
Servings: 4 Makes 4-6

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Tortilla Press
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cast Iron Skillet or Griddle

Ingredients

  • 4-5 Pieces Frozen Cassava or Yucca or about 1 pound of fresh Cassava
  • Water
  • Cooking Spray
  • Salt

Instructions

  • Place rinsed and prepped cassava into a saucepan and cover with water. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until fully cooked and fork tender.
  • Strain and place into a mixing bowl. Let cool for about 5 minutes.
  • With a fork remove the tough string or vein that is in the core of the cassava.
  • Mash the cassava with the fork until smooth. Try not to over work the dough or it will become gummy. Let cool more if needed.
  • When in it is cool enough to handle, make about 4-6 balls, depending on the size of the tortilla you would like. About 2 tablespoons for street-size tacos or ¼ cup for a larger flatbread, roti, or wrap.
  • Take the portioned dough and place it between two pieces of parchment paper and press down using a tortilla press or roll it out using a rolling pin.
  • Cook them on a hot griddle on high heat, with a spritz of cooking spray or oil. A minute on each side, until golden brown. Serve warm, Enjoy.