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If you’ve been looking for a low carb potato replacement, this crispy jicama fries recipe is for you! Potatoes are one of the most popular foods people want to replace when they start a low carb diet. That’s one of the reasons I was so excited to make these jicama fries in the air fryer. I couldn’t believe how crispy they turned out — perfect for a healthy appetizer, side dish, or snack!
These keto jicama fries make the perfect substitute for potato fries. (You might also want to try my other keto french fries recipe, with a surprising ingredient.)
Why You Need My Jicama Fries Recipe
- Potato flavor with much fewer carbs
- Crisp exterior and tender inside
- Just 4 simple ingredients (plus salt & pepper)
- 7.1 grams net carbohydrates per serving
- Naturally low carb, keto, paleo, whole30, gluten-free, and vegan
- Healthier alternative to potatoes
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here I explain the best ingredients for my air fried jicama recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card.
- Jicama – Look for jicama that feels firm when you give it a light squeeze. A few small blemishes on the brown skin are fine, but skip any jicama with large blemishes.
- Olive oil – Or avocado oil.
- Spices – Garlic powder, cumin, sea salt, & black pepper. Paprika or onion powder would also make nice additions that complement these seasonings.
Seasoning Variations
You can use similar seasonings for jicama fries that you would for potatoes. But, you need more salt and it’s not recommended to skip seasonings, due to the natural sweet taste of jicama. If you don’t like the spices above, try lemon pepper seasoning, ranch seasoning, or Cajun seasoning.
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How To Prepare Jicama Fries
- Cut. Peel the jicama first, then slice into jicama fries (french-fry-shaped sticks) with a sharp knife. A good size is 3 to 4 inches long and about 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick.
- Boil. Place the fries into boiling water and boil until very soft, like a cooked potato. The color and texture will change.
- Dry. Once the jicama fries are soft, drain the water and pat dry with a paper towel. Now you can air fry or bake them to get them browned and crispy!
How To Make Jicama Fries In The Air Fryer
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card.
- Season. In a large bowl, drizzle jicama with olive oil and season with garlic powder, cumin, and sea salt until evenly coated. (If using any of the seasoning variations above, you can add them here.)
- Air fry. Place jicama fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer, spread out so they aren’t touching each other. (You will need to cook them in batches.) Air fry until golden.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Jicama? Jicama is a root veggie from Mexico, sometimes called a Mexican yam bean or potato. It’s similar to a potato but sweeter—kind of like a mix of potato, water chestnut, and apple—plus it has way fewer carbs! The skin isn’t edible, but it’s great for fries, jicama tortillas, and more. I’ve got plenty of low-carb jicama recipes in my Easy Keto Carboholics’ Cookbook!
- What Are Jicama Fries? Jicama fries are simply low carb French fries made with jicama instead of potatoes.
- Can You Make Bake them? Yes, after the boiling step, you can bake low carb jicama fries in the oven for about 30-40 minutes at 425 degrees F.
- Do they taste like potatoes? Jicama fries can taste a lot like regular fries if you make them right, but there are a couple of things to know. Since jicama stays too firm when baked or air fried raw, it’s best to boil it first for a softer, more potato-like texture—then you can crisp it up in the oven or air fryer. It also has a slightly sweet flavor, so don’t skimp on the salt and seasonings to balance it out!
Serving Ideas
Serve these air fried jicama fries with both a sauce and a main dish for a healthy low carb dinner:
- Sauces – Dip your fries into sugar-free ketchup, garlic aioli, spicy mayo, or ranch for delicious flavor.
- Burgers – Serve the fries with my keto turkey burgers, juicy burgers, or keto sloppy joes.
- Steak – For a healthy steak and frites, serve with a sirloin steak, New York strip steak, or air fryer filet mignon.
- Chicken – Chicken and jicama fries are a great and healthy combination. Try air fryer chicken breast or air fryer chicken legs for a full meal cooked in your air fryer! If you prefer to cook your chicken at the same time as the fries using a different method, make chicken leg quarters in the oven, cilantro lime chicken on the stovetop, or keto fried chicken.
Serving Variation: Chili Cheese Fries
To make keto chili cheese fries, you’ll just need to add some chili topping, cheese, and green onions to your jicama fries:
- Make keto chili. You can follow the same recipe at the link, but drain it a bit at the end if there’s a lot of liquid.
- Make jicama fries. Follow the instructions on the recipe card below to cook the fries.
- Combine. Place the fries in a baking dish that will fit into your air fryer (or your oven). Top with chili and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Air fry. Cook in the air fryer (or the oven) for a couple of minutes to melt the cheese.
More Low Carb Comfort Food Recipes
If you like these keto jicama fries, try these other low carb comfort foods:
Air Fryer Jicama Fries
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Learn how to make jicama fries in the air fryer, with just 4 ingredients. They are easy, CRISPY, low carb, and taste like potatoes!
Instructions
[ See step photos ]Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
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Boil a large pot of water on the stove. Add the jicama fries and boil for 18 to 25 minutes, until color becomes slightly translucent (instead of bright white) and no longer crunchy. Time will vary depending on the thickness of your fries.
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When the jicama is not crunchy anymore, remove and pat dry.
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Set the air fryer oven to 400 degrees (204 degrees C) and let it preheat for 2 to 3 minutes.
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Place the fries into a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, cumin, and sea salt. Toss to coat.
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Working in batches to avoid crowding, arrange jicama in the air fryer basket in a single layer, preferably with the pieces not touching each other. Air fry jicama fries for 10-12 minutes, until golden. Repeat with remaining fries.
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 cup
- Store: Keep cooked jicama fries in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Meal prep: Boil, dry, and refrigerate until you’re ready to bake or air fry.
- Reheat: Air fry for the best crispiness or bake at 400 degrees F.
- Freeze: Freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a bag and remove excess air.
- Cook from frozen: Air fry or bake until hot and crispy—air fryer works best to get rid of extra moisture!
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Jicama Fries In The Air Fryer
83 Comments
Vicki
0HI, is there anything I can do if I didn’t boil them for long enough in order to soften them up further? They came out of the air fryer crunchy
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Vicki, Boiling them is an important step because jicama takes a long time to cook through inside. The air fryer alone will not be sufficient to soften them up.
Amy
0These are cooked perfectly and so crispy! The flavor is perfection too!
Kristyn
0Wow..I have been missing out!! So, so yummy!! I need to stock up on jicama!!
Toni
0This is such a great substitute to our favorite french fries!! Thanks for the recipe!
Donna Batrone
0I was skeptical but boy were these amazing!! Crispy and delicious!
Kathy
0I’d like to make this but I’ve never heard of Jicama and I don’t think we can get it were I live. What else can I use that would be Keto friendly.
Thank you for your response. Love your website and all the great recipes.
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Kathy, I also have a recipe for rutabaga fries! They may be easier to find in your local area.
Carrie
0I haven’t made your recipe yet, but have you ever tried pressure cooking instead of boiling in the first step? I’m wondering if that would make them softer?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Carrie, Technically you could pressure cook the jicama, but it would be difficult to time it just right. You don’t want to over or undercook your jicama, that wouldn’t give you the desired fry-like results.
Jodi
0I cut the Jicama into thin strips and boiled but they never got soft like a potato. After 40 minutes, I gave up. (It was a small Jicama)
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Jodi, These matchsticks should only need 15 minutes or so boil time. If you can easily pierce them with a fork, then they are ready to be removed.
Kevin
0We are discovering uses for our air fryer and this recipe is a keeper. We love jimica and this was a nice addition to how we use it.
Diana Irie
0Is it possible to freeze Jicama?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Diana, Yes, but the texture changes when you freeze it. It will become mushier. This may mean that using jicama will be fine in soups and stews, but possibly not as french fries.
Ann Wilson
0I’m thoroughly convinced that you could make a boot deliciously keto! Thanks again!
Camilla Iman
0Loved this recipe! Easy and even my husband liked it. Will definitely make it again!!
Arianne Leslie
0Made these tonight and they’re delicious. Trade Joe’s has them already peeled and chunked for anyone who has one of those amazing stores! I cut them down from what they did but still made it very easy. Only problem with this recipe is not eating every last one of them! Portion control is an issue here. Haha
Angel
0I made this tonight … not adjusting a thing. I am in love!!! I can have Faux fries now! I love french fries and Jicama is an excellent yummy sub. The quick chilli made me sing and hummm as I ate my faux fries lol. Thank you!
Brad About Town
0Could you boil the whole jicama first and then peel and slice it? They’re tough to peel and cut when raw!
Pat
0These were really good. Hardest part is peeling the Jicama. Will definitely be making these gain. Also, they do ‘shrink’, so add a little extra to the air fryer. Thank you for this recipe.
Richard A
0These were pretty darn good. I had left over carne asada already and topped them with it. I did overcook my first batch, so I’d say make sure to do a check-in your air fryer a few minutes early to make sure they don’t get overdone. But I ate them all the same, haha! Thanks for the recipe!
Mildred
0My son calls these fries, his new favorite. High praise indeed. Nice texture that potatoes don’t have.
Heidi
0If you microwave the jicama for 3 minutes first, it makes peeling and cutting much easier. These were awesome with aioli.
Tresa Lovejoy
0I am going to try this for supper tonight! I wish my air fryer racks were as big as yours