Pan Fried Malanga & Yam Cakes

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Pan Fried Malanga & Yam Cakes
Serves 4
A tuber that is sometimes confused with Taro because of similar characteristics. Malanga can range anywhere from ½ to 2 pounds in weight. This crunchy, juicy root has a rough brown coat and a crisp, colorful flesh that is beige, yellow or reddish in color. Popular in Cuba and Puerto Rico, Malanga has a taste and texture all its own. Once cooked, this crisp tuber takes on a smooth, nutty flavor. An excellent addition to soups and stews, Malanga can also be shredded and used in a similar manner as a potato. This recipe for Pan Fried Malanga Cakes is a good introduction to this delicious Specialty Produce.
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Ingredients
  1. 1/2 lb. Malanga
  2. 1/2 lb. Yam or Sweet Potato
  3. 1 Egg, whole large
  4. 2 Tbsp. Cilantro, fresh, chopped
  5. 1 tsp. Lemon Juice, fresh
  6. 1/4 cup Crackers, crushed
  7. 3 Tbsp. Green Onion, chopped
  8. 1 tsp. Salt
  9. 1/8 tsp. Black Pepper, ground
  10. 2 Tbsp. Butter, melted
  11. 2 Tbsp. Vegetable Oil
Instructions
  1. Peel Malanga and yam. Set in cold water.
  2. Mix egg, cilantro. lemon juice, crackers, green onion, salt & pepper.
  3. Grate Malanga and yam with large grater, (it should yield 2 cups). Combine with egg mixture and let stand 10 minutes.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon each, butter and oil in large non-stick skillet.
  5. Stir Malanga mixture.
  6. Portion ½ cup of mixture into pan and press into rounds.
  7. Fry on low heat until both sides are browned, about 5 minutes.
  8. Repeat making 4 more rounds. Serve at once.
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