Baked Jicama Fries
These Jicama Fries are healthy, baked in the oven, and made with only 5 simple ingredients! They're gluten free, low carb, keto, paleo, and vegan.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 45 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
- 2 jicama, (peeled and cut into even-sized fries)
- 1/3 cup water
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- optional: sea salt and chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- 2
Add peeled jicama slices to a large microwave-safe bowl. Add water, cover with cling wrap or a plate, and microwave for 10 minutes.
- 3
Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave (it will be very hot!), and drain the water.
- 4
Gently pat the jicama with paper towels to remove any excess water and moisture. Try to get the jicama as dry as possible.
- 5
Add olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss together to combine.
- 6
Transfer to prepared baking sheets and arrange fries in a single layer.
- 7
Bake for 35-40 minutes, flipping the fries over halfway through baking, until they're browned and crispy on both sides.
- 8
Serve immediately.