Spicy Baked Jicama Fries



  • 1 medium jicama
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch cayenne or chili powder (or more, to taste)


Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper set aside.
Peel the jicama and cut into skinny fries. (do not make them thick)
Place in a microwave-safe bowl with a tablespoon of water. Cover and microwave for 6 minutes
If there is any water left pour it out.
Mix spices in a bowl
Drizzle the jicama with the tablespoon of oil and sprinkle on the spices. Toss until evenly coated.
Spread the fries out on the baking sheet and bake for about 35-45 minutes, or until they begin to brown in spots, tossing once
100 g (about 4 oz) serving
38 kcal
9 g carbs
5 g fiber
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