Yuca with Onions
Yuca with Onions is a flavorful dish made from boiled yuca root, sautéed with onions to enhance its natural taste. This dish offers a low-calorie option packed with carbohydrates and essential nutrients.
This dish is served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
👨🍳 Chef's Tip: To elevate this dish in an institutional setting, consider garnishing with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lime to add brightness and enhance flavor.
💡 Did you know? Yuca, also known as cassava, is a staple food in many tropical regions and has been cultivated for over 5,000 years, originally domesticated in South America.
🏙️ NYC Connection: In New York City, yuca has become increasingly popular in Latin American cuisine, featured in dishes served at community events and cultural festivals that celebrate the diverse food heritage of the city.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.