Crispy Air Fryer Jicama Fries {Low Carb}
These Crispy Air Fryer Jicama Fries will satisfy all your fast food cravings without the carbs – you can make them in the oven too!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 159kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium-sized jicama
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 F. Peel jicama with a potato peeler, then cut into 1/2-inch thick pieces resembling french fries.
- Add to a large bowl of water, then microwave for 10 minutes. Drain water, rinsing well to remove starch. Dry thoroughly with a clean towel, then toss with olive oil and spices in a large bowl.
- Add jicama fries in a single layer to a parchment-lined baking sheet, then bake for 40 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove from oven, then serve and enjoy!
Air Fryer Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 425 F for 10 minutes. Peel jicama with a potato peeler, then cut into 1/2-inch thick pieces resembling french fries.
- Add to a large bowl of water, then microwave for 10 minutes. Drain water, rinsing well to remove starch. Dry thoroughly with a clean towel, then toss with olive oil and spices in a large bowl.
- Add jicama fries in a single layer to air fryer, then air fry for 15 minutes. Flip, then air fry for 10 more minutes. You may need to cook them in 2 batches.
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Notes
You can typically find jicama in the international produce section of your grocery store.
Make sure to only eat the root vegetable and not the top part of the plant.
Store the leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for 10 minutes.
Freeze the raw jicama fries for up to 3 months then cook as normal.
Nutrition
Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 308mg | Potassium: 509mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 266IU | Vitamin C: 67mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg