Yuca With Garlic-Lime Mojo

Ingredients

• 2 pounds yuca, peeled, halved, and cut into 3- to 4-inch pieces*
• 3 teaspoons salt, divided
• 6 garlic cloves, pressed
• 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
• Sliced onion rings (optional)

Preparation

1. Bring yuca with water to cover and 2 teaspoons salt to a boil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 25 minutes or until tender. Drain well. Transfer yuca to a large bowl or serving platter, and keep warm.
2. Stir together remaining 1 teaspoon salt, garlic, and next 3 ingredients in saucepan over medium heat; cook, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes or until onion is translucent. Spoon garlic mixture evenly over yuca; top with onion rings, if desired, and serve immediately.
3. *1 (24-ounce) package frozen yuca, thawed, may be substituted for fresh.