Without boiling, here's a trick for frying cassava so that the texture is soft, crunchy and tasty using 3 kitchen ingredients

YouTube/Keluarga KroyaSangasanga

Don't want the cassava to be soft and crunchy, but instead the texture is hard

Brilio.net - There are various cassava preparations that can be made at home. One of them is fried cassava. The savory taste and crunchy texture of fried cassava makes it difficult for many people to resist this dish . Not to mention, if fried cassava is served with chili paste, onion chili sauce, or other dipping sauce, it will definitely be even tastier.

However, there are still many people who fail when making fried cassava, especially beginners when it comes to cooking. I wanted to make the cassava soft and crunchy, but the texture ended up being hard.

So that it doesn't fail, cassava usually has to be boiled for a few moments before frying. But the process of boiling cassava is considered to take a lot of time.

So, if you are one of those who don't want to boil it first when making fried cassava, you can try this trick from YouTube user KroyaSangasanga Family at home. After investigating, the secret to making cassava soft, crunchy and tasty even without boiling is the use of three kitchen ingredients.

So, are you curious about the trick?

The first thing to do is peel and cut the cassava. Then, wash the cassava under running water until it is completely clean. If so, drain the cassava first. So, while waiting for the cassava to stop being too wet, heat enough oil in a frying pan.

"The oil is a bit yellow, because I finished using fried chicken. Just to make the cassava more delicious," said the owner of the YouTube account KroyaSangasanga Family, quoted by BrilioFood on Wednesday (10/4).

Once the oil is hot, then dip the cassava pieces one by one into it. Fry until the cassava is half cooked, then remove from heat.

photo: YouTube/KroyaSangasanga Family

Place the cassava in a container filled with water mixed with crushed garlic, seasonings and ice cubes. Yup, those are the three main kitchen ingredients to help make fried cassava soft, crunchy and tasty.

Soak the cassava in the mixture for a few minutes. Usually, after a few minutes, the cassava will open by itself. That means the cassava is soft enough and ready to be fried again.

photo: YouTube/KroyaSangasanga Family

Fry the cassava a second time until brown, crispy and perfectly cooked. Don't forget to turn the cassava occasionally so that the color is even. Once done, remove from heat, drain and serve the fried cassava.

photo: YouTube/KroyaSangasanga Family

So, fried cassava can still be soft, crunchy and tasty even if you don't boil it first, right?

Cassava is known as a long-lasting food ingredient. However, if not stored properly, these tubers could experience a decline in quality and rot, you know. Here's how to store cassava so it lasts longer.

1. Store in a cool and dry place.

After buying or harvesting cassava, make sure to store it in a cool and dry place, such as a refrigerator or a well-ventilated storage room. Avoid storing cassava in a place that is too damp because it can cause it to rot quickly.

2. Do not wash before storing.

Avoid washing cassava before storing. Wet them only when they are ready to be cooked, as water can speed up spoilage.

3. Store in a suitable container or packaging.

Choose a suitable container or packaging for storing cassava. It's best to use a plastic bag or container that can be tightly closed to maintain moisture and prevent insects or mold.

4. Check and throw away anything that is rotten.

Regularly check stored cassava to ensure none has gone bad. Discard cassava that has rotted so that it does not affect other cassava.

5. Save in proper form.

If you have large enough storage space, you can also store cassava in a form that has been cut into pieces according to your needs. Make sure to store it in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

6. Use alternative storage techniques.

If you want to store cassava for a longer period of time, you can also try alternative storage techniques such as drying it into cassava flour.

Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.