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Loaded Shrimp Cassava Fries
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Loaded Shrimp Cassava Fries with Special Sauce

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound small shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 pounds cassava yucca root, peeled and cut into logs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 ripe tomatoes cubed
  • 2 avocados cubed
  • 1/2 red onion diced
  • 1 cup cilantro
  • sea salt and black pepper to taste

Special Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayo homemade or Paleo-friendly
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Add the cassava to a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until just tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Drain the cassava and transfer it to a mixing bowl. Add one tablespoon of olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste, tossing the fries to coat.
  • Spread the fries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes, flipping the fries once halfway through.
  • Meanwhile, heat another tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp is pink and no longer translucent.
  • Transfer the fries to a plate and top with the shrimp, tomatoes, avocados, red onion, cilantro, and Special Sauce.

For the Special Sauce

  • Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir until combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.