Cheesy yuca arepitas

Ingredients

• 2 yucas (cassava roots)
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 150 g mozzarella
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Peel the yuca, halve it and remove the woody core. Boil until soft.
2. Drain and cool 10 minutes, then mash with a potato masher or fork.
3. Mix in the cornstarch, salt and pepper, and knead into a smooth dough.
4. Form balls, flatten slightly, fill with mozzarella, seal carefully and press between your palms into discs.
5. Cook in an oiled pan about 4 minutes per side, until golden with melty centers.