Frituras de Malanga are fritters made with peeled & grated malanga and fried to perfection. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect Cuban appetizer or snack for any day of the week!
Using a box grater, grate the malanga being careful not to slice your fingers since the malanga can be slippery. You can use a paper towel when grating for better grip. Set aside.
In a bowl, beat the egg then add the grated malanga, fresh parsley, mashed garlic, and salt & pepper to taste. Mix until all is well combined. The mixture should have a mashed potatoes-like consistency.
In a pot, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil to 375ºF. Using a spoon, drop 4-5 spoonfuls into the hot oil. Fry for 2-4 minutes, flipping every minute or so until they are golden brown. Repeat. Drain the fritters on a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt.