A practical way to make fried cassava soft and perfectly bloomed without boiling it first

foto: TikTok/@zafaranierohman

Find a practical way to make fried cassava that is soft and perfectly bloomed. So addictive when snacking.

Brilio.net - Cassava is one of the tubers that is often processed by many people. Of the various choices, fried cassava remains a favorite snack. The savory taste and crunchy outer texture are indeed addictive.

Although fried cassava is widely sold out there, there's nothing wrong if you try to make it yourself at home. In order for the results to bloom and the inside to be soft, usually the cassava must be boiled first. It doesn't need to be long, just boil the cassava until half cooked. After that, drain and fry the cassava in hot oil. Although it becomes soft, this method actually makes the process of frying the cassava take longer, right?

For those of you who don't want to bother, you can follow the recipe and tutorial from TikTok user @zafaranierohman. In one of his uploaded videos, cassava does not need to be boiled first before being fried. However, this TikTok user has his own way. Curious about how to do it?

As reported by BrilioFood from TikTok @zafaranierohman, peel and wash the cassava that will be processed. Once it is clean, cut the cassava into small pieces. Drain.

photo: TikTok/@zafaranierohman

Prepare the fine spices consisting of 3 cloves of garlic and 1-2 tsp of salt. Grind until the two ingredients are mixed and perfectly smooth. After that, put the fine spices into a container containing 1 1/2 liters of water, stir evenly. Set aside first.

photo: TikTok/@zafaranierohman

The next process, put the cassava pieces into the steamer pan. After being arranged one by one, cover the pan and steam until the cassava is cooked.

photo: TikTok/@zafaranierohman

When it is cooked, take the cassava pieces and put them in the marinade that has been made. Let it sit for a while until the cassava will gradually crack by itself.

photo: TikTok/@zafaranierohman

Once perfectly cracked, lift and drain the cassava one by one. Without the need for any more seasoning, immediately put the cassava into the hot cooking oil.

photo: TikTok/@zafaranierohman

During the frying process, use medium heat. Don't forget to turn the cassava over so that it cooks evenly. When the color is brown, remove and drain the fried cassava.

photo: TikTok/@zafaranierohman

Because it has been steamed and soaked in spiced water, the fried cassava looks perfectly cracked. Even so, when cut, the texture of the inside remains soft. Tempting, right?

photo: TikTok/@zafaranierohman

Cassava is not only delicious, but also rich in carbohydrates as a source of energy and fiber that is good for digestion. Consuming cassava in moderate amounts can help maintain a healthy digestive system and provide a feeling of fullness for longer.

To make the fried food crispier and last longer, make sure the oil is really hot before frying. Use medium heat so that the cassava cooks evenly without absorbing too much oil. In addition, after frying, drain the cassava with kitchen paper to reduce excess oil levels.

Fried cassava can be created with various additional seasonings such as cheese, balado, barbeque, or even honey and chocolate for a more unique taste. Try experimenting with various toppings according to your taste so you don't get bored easily!

(brl/tin)