JICAMA MATCHSTICK FRIES

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Jicama is a recent addition to our household. One day I felt the urge for a snack, so I fired up the deep-fryer, sliced up a jicama root and discovered Stella Style! Fries! With just a little everyday seasoning, they taste almost like BBQ potato chips! Cut jicama into large chunks to make home fries in place of potatoes!

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 to 6 cups vegetable oil (more or less depending on pot size)
1 medium jicama, peeled
Salt
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Paprika

Steps:

  • Place a heavy pot over medium-high heat and fill with at least 1-inch vegetable oil. Heat the oil to 350 degrees F. (Portable deep-fryers at home are great for this, but if you don¿t have one, use a candy thermometer ¿ just be careful!)
  • Very thinly slice the jicama, as you would a potato to make chips, then stack a few slices at a time and cut them all into matchstick-sized pieces.
  • Carefully place the chips into the hot oil (use a slotted spoon and wear mitts) and fry until very crispy (just a few minutes will do). Cook in batches, as necessary. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Sprinkle liberally with equal amounts of salt, onion, and garlic powders, and paprika to taste. Toss to coat well and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calorie, Fat 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fiber 8 grams

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