Jica-what?! Jicama (pronounced HEE-kah-mah) is a super-refreshing veggie that’s fantastic raw as a snack, slaw and in salads. Now it’s being used as a delicious low carb and keto-friendly French fry alternative. Jicama fries are awesome!! They’re baked, not fried so they’re lower in fat and calories and stay crisp longer than potatoes.
I spent some time experimenting with the best baking time and seasonings for my jicama fries, and I have to say, they’re awesome. These are the best jicama fries you’ll ever eat!!!
You should know that the texture of these jicama fries will NOT be the same as fries made from potatoes or even sweet potatoes. The jicama isn’t anywhere near as starchy so it doesn’t get soft and it doesn’t get crispy. The jicama maintains most of its crunch and it’s really the seasonings and your dipping sauce that make this recipe seem like you’re eating French fries. It won’t be totally the same no matter what you do… but they’re excellent as their own thing!
Make the best jicama fries ever! Here's your recipe: Click To TweetSo what’s the secret to making perfectly baked jicama fries?
You gotta get yourself a mandoline so you can cut your jicama evenly. That ensures your fries have the same cooking time so they all get golden brown at the same time. Otherwise you’ll end up with a mix of burnt and raw fries. Not fun! So using a mandoline slicer is totally worth it. You can also use a food processor that has a slicing attachment for julienne shapes (a.k.a. fries).
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RECOMMENDED TOOLS FOR THIS RECIPE
Food Processor
Breville Sous Chef Food Processor or Cuisinart Food Processor
Mandoline Slicer
Mueller Austria 5 Blade Adjustable Mandoline Slicer or Swissmar Borner Mandoline
RECOMMENDED INGREDIENTS FOR THIS RECIPE
Smoked paprika
Low carb ketchup
AlternaSweets Non-GMO Low Carb Ketchup
or
Better Ketchup Gluten-Free Low Carb Ketchup
Jicama Nutrition Facts
From a calorie standpoint, you can eat the whole batch (one medium jicama) and not worry about it. But that will be your daily fiber and some potential side effects from having it all in one sitting!
Jicama is loaded with vitamin C and potassium as well as #prebiotic fiber. Here's how to make them into fries: Click To TweetHere is the nutrition information for a medium jicama and also per serving of this recipe (about 1/2 cup jicama).
Nutrition Facts for 1 medium jicama
- Calories: 250 calories
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 32 g
- Available carbs: 26 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Potassium: 989 mg (28% DV)
- Vitamin C: 221% DV
Nutrition Facts for 1/2 cup raw sliced jicama
- Calories: 23
- Carbohydrates: 5.5 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Available carbs: 2.5 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Potassium: 90 mg
- Vitamin C: 20% DV
Health Benefits of Jicama
Jicama is rich in prebiotics, a type of fiber that acts as fuel for the healthy bacteria in your gut. Read more about gut health and what to eat for healthy digestion and a stronger immune system!
Jicama Fries – Baked Low Carb Keto French Fries
Time to pre-heat that oven and get baking!
Did you try these jicama fries? Tag your creation on Instagram with #80twentyrule. I’d love to see how they turned out and what you thought!

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- 1 medium jicama
- 1/2 tbsp Avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Peel the jicama and cut into 1/4" thick fries using a mandolin, food processor or by hand.
- Fill a medium saucepan half way with water and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add the jicama and cook for 10 minutes uncovered.
- Drain the jicama and put in a large bowl. Add the avocado oil, garlic powder, salt and paprika and toss to cover.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread out the jicama in a single layer so they aren't touching each other. Bake for about 15 minutes and then turn the jicama over and return to the oven for about another 15 minutes or until the ends start to get crispy. Let cool and add more salt to taste if needed. Enjoy with low carb ketchup, guacamole or ranch dressing!
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