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Jicama Fries

Featuring Hardy Jicama, the January Pick of the Month
Background image: Raw jicama
  • Prep Time 15 minutes
  • Cook Time 40 minutes
  • 2 to 4 Servings
  • Nutrition Facts
Jicamas are a good source of potassium and vitamin C. They can be enjoyed raw or cooked!

Check out the French fry recipe below, and pick up some jicama today from your local grocery store!

Ingredients

Jicama fries Background image: Jicama fries

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

  2. Place jicama strips in a microwave-safe bowl and add 1/4 cup water. Cover and microwave for 8 minutes, stopping once to gently stir.

  3. Using oven mittens, remove the bowl from the microwave. Remove jicama strips to paper towels to dry.

  4. In a large bowl, toss partially-cooked jicama fries with olive oil and spices.

  5. Place in one layer on a lightly greased ceramic rimmed baking dish. Bake for about 40 minutes until starting to brown.