Description
These Baked Jicama Fries offer a healthy, crispy alternative to traditional potato fries. Lightly seasoned with turmeric, garlic, and onion powders, these fries are boiled briefly for tenderness then baked to a perfect crispy finish. Served with creamy homemade or store-bought guacamole, they make for a delicious, nutritious snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Jicama Fries
- 1 medium jicama (peeled and cut into thin slices about 1/4 inch thick, about 4-5 cups)
- 1 Tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving
- Homemade guacamole or store-bought guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) to prepare for baking the fries.
- Boil Jicama Slices: Bring a pot of water to a boil on the stovetop. Once boiling, add the jicama slices and boil for 8-10 minutes until slightly tender. Drain the water and pat the slices dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness after baking.
- Season Jicama: Place the dry jicama slices in a large bowl. Add avocado oil, turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together to coat the slices evenly with the oil and spices.
- Arrange for Baking: Spread the seasoned jicama slices evenly onto a baking stone or baking sheet lined with a Silpat mat or parchment paper. Make sure the slices are not crowded to prevent steaming and to help them crisp up properly.
- Bake and Flip: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the tray and flip the slices to ensure even baking. Then bake for an additional 20-30 minutes or until the fries turn slightly brown and reach your desired crisp texture.
- Serve: Remove the fries from the oven and serve immediately with homemade or store-bought guacamole for dipping.
Notes
- Patting the jicama slices dry after boiling is essential to get crispy fries.
- Ensure fries have space on the baking sheet to avoid steaming and soft fries.
- Adjust baking time depending on your oven and desired crispiness.
- Avocado oil is preferred for its high smoke point and healthy fats.
- These fries are best eaten immediately for optimal texture but can be reheated in the oven.
