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- How To Make Rutabaga Fries
- Are French Fries Keto?
- How Many Carbs In Fries?
- Can You Make Keto Fries Ahead?
- Dipping Ideas For Low Carb Fries
- More Low Carb French Fries Recipes
- Tools To Make Rutabaga Fries
- Keto French Fries (Rutabaga Fries) Recipe card
- Recipe Reviews
Rutabaga fries are the answer for your best keto fries dreams! Finding low carb french fries can be tough, and there aren’t any options when looking for keto fast food either. Potatoes are certainly out of the question. And while I absolutely love zucchini fries and the texture of roasted rutabaga, I was missing the basic flavor and texture of traditional fries. Enter these keto french fries which feature rutabaga as the main ingredient! My recipe for low carb fries is easy (just 5 minutes prep!) and simple (just 2 ingredients, plus s&p!) and it’s here to take on those fry cravings you’ve been having since going keto.
Serve this keto fries recipe alongside your favorite juicy burgers, keto chicken nuggets, or as part of the ultimate appetizer platter with keto onion rings, healthy fried pickles, and keto sausage balls. Either way, you’re going to love this new keto substitute for french fries!
How To Cut Rutabaga For Keto French Fries
If you aren’t familiar with rutabagas, they have a rough peel that definitely needs to be removed before baking. Don’t worry, cutting rutabaga into fries is super easy, and very similar to cutting potatoes.
Here is how to cut rutabagas:
- Cut the ends off the rutabagas. To start, cut off the ends. Having a flat side to rest against the counter will make the rutabaga easier to peel.
- Peel the rutabagas. Place one of the flat sides against the counter, and use a vegetable peeler in a downward motion from the top to peel it. Flip over and repeat on the other side. (You can also use a paring knife if you like, but I find a peeler way easier!)
TIP: If you have trouble getting enough leverage, you can cut the rutabaga in half down the center, which will give you more surface area against the counter, and can help with peeling.
- Slice the rutabagas into circles (or half circles if you used the tip above to cut in half). You want to get the rounds as even as possible, about 1/4-inch thick. You could also use a mandoline for this step.
- Slice them into fry shapes. I wanted these rutabaga fries to have a similar shape as other fries, so cut them into sticks, about 1/4-inch wide.
TIP: To keep uniform size and save time, stack your circles and slide them all at once. Uniform size is important for baking later, so that they cook evenly.
Here is a visual of the different steps above – the peeled rutabaga, the half circles, and then the sticks of fries:
How To Make Rutabaga Fries
Once you’ve mastered cutting rutabaga, these rutabaga french fries are super easy to make, and require nothing more than some avocado oil, sea salt, and pepper!
- Toss with oil. We’re tossing the keto fries with a generous amount of avocado oil, sea salt, and black pepper so that each fry is coated well.
- Arrange them in a single layer on a rack, without crowding them. The air flow is important to make them crispy!
- Bake the low carb fries for about 35-45 minutes, until soft on the inside and crispy on the outside.
Are French Fries Keto?
If you are looking for a low carb french fry alternative, these rutabaga fries are it! Traditional french fries on keto are a big no-no, as they are very high in carbohydrates…
How Many Carbs In Fries?
Traditional fries have close to 50 carbs per serving! That’s a few days worth of carbs if you’re keto… hence the need for a cleaner option. But have no fear, we’ve got a nutritious alternative!
These rutabaga oven fries have just 6 grams of net carbs per serving. Now that’s more like it! 🙂
Can You Make Keto Fries Ahead?
These french fries keto recipe are best baked fresh, but you can do most of the prep work ahead of time to make them come together really quickly.
Simply peel, slice, and cut the fries into fry shapes and then store in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake. Take them out of fridge while the oven is preheating.
When you are ready to bake them, toss with the avocado oil, salt, and pepper, and bake!
Dipping Ideas For Low Carb Fries
Dips are KEY for low carb fries recipes, don’t you think? Here are some of my favorites, all fantastic options for any keto french fries:
- Spicy Mayo Recipe – This is my absolute favorite for fries! It’s sweet, spicy, and full of flavor all at the same time.
- Keto Low Carb Sugar-free Ketchup – Even better than the brand we all grew up on. Promise you won’t miss it! 😉 You can also try this unsweetened ketchup if you don’t want to make your own.
- Low Carb Sugar-free BBQ Sauce – Might seem random, but I love a little sweet tang with my fries. You will not regret this choice.
- Avocado Oil Mayo – A dip of mayo is always a good idea, or you can try mixing it with some ketchup or bbq sauce. Both options are YUM.
- Homemade Ranch Dressing – I can’t be the only one that loves fries and ranch together! For a kick of spice, try Jalapeno Ranch Dip instead.
More Low Carb French Fries Recipes
When you need some keto friendly fries in your life, I’ve got you covered. Here are some of my favorite low carb alternative to fries:
- Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries – Made with a secret ingredient that adds tons of flavor and major crunch!
- Air Fryer Jicama Fries – Crunchy fries made out of jicama. So yum!
- Air Fryer Keto Onion Rings – Not technically a fry, but in the same family and SO good!
- Cassava / Yuca Fries – These are not strictly low carb, but I make them for my kids. They are “slow” carb, meaning the starch is resistant and releases more slowly.
Tools To Make Rutabaga Fries
Tap the links below to see the items used to make this recipe.
- Vegetable Peeler – This peeler is easy and quick to use and I prefer this, but a paring knife will also work.
- Chef’s Knife – Even slices is key for these rutabaga fries, so make sure you have a good knife to get the job done.
- Cooling Rack – The key to crispy rutabaga fries is to use the cooling rack so that hot air circulates the rutabaga fries.
This reader favorite recipe is included in The Wholesome Yum Easy Keto Carboholics’ Cookbook! Inside this beautiful hard cover keto recipe book, you’ll find 100 delectable, EASY keto recipes to replace all your favorite carbs: bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, desserts, and more… each with 10 ingredients or less! Plus, a photo, macros, & tips for every recipe.
Keto French Fries (Rutabaga Fries)
Rutabaga fries make the best keto French fries! You’ll love the crispy exterior. These low carb fries have just 6 g net carbs!
Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions below to start a kitchen timer while you cook.
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C).
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Peel the rutabagas. Slice them into circles, 1/4-inch thick. Stack the circles and slice them into sticks, 1/4-inch wide.
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In a large bowl, toss the rutabaga sticks with avocado oil, sea salt, and black pepper.
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Place an oven safe rack onto a large baking sheet. Arrange the fries in a single layer on the rack.
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Bake for 35-45 minutes, until fries are soft on the inside and crispy on the outside.
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Recipe Notes
Serving size: ~10 fries, or 1/8 of entire recipe
Recipe from The Easy Keto Carboholics’ Cookbook.
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103 Comments
S
0You can do the same with radishes, celery root.
Patty
0Simple and delicious
Brigitte
0I love this recipe! I’ve made it twice so far, and I feel that rutabaga fries are far superior to sweet potato fries. 🙃 Not just because of the fewer carbs, but their flavor and texture is a lot more similar to actual French fries! I’d highly recommend this recipe, and it’s very easy and doable. 😌
Diane
0If this recipe were to be cooked in air fryer could I follow your jicima recipe and boil first? Love your recipes 🥰
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Diane, No you do not need to boil rutabaga.
Marina
0I tossed mine with Truffle/olive oil blend. Very great! (I had no avocado oil) thanks for the recipe!
Renee
0I want to share this recipe but it doesn’t give me the option 😡
Wholesome Yum D
0Hi Renee, Where are you trying to share the recipe? You can always copy and paste the URL to the page anywhere you are trying to share.
Nanette
0Perfect for a burger, siracha mayo yum!!!
Diana
0I, and the family, LOVED these! It was so nice to dip fries in catsup and eat them guilt-free!
Yvonne Yonkers
0Rutabagas are very bitter.How do you get rid of the bitterness
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Yvonne, The flavor is best during their peak season, which is September-November. Off-season, the rutabaga fries can soak in a bowl of salt water for 15-20 minutes, which will remove some of the starchiness and bitterness.
Emma Dudley
0Want to try these but what on earth is a rutabago? Never ever heard this word in my 50 years on this planet! Is it called something else as well? (I’m in UK).
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Emma, A rutabaga is a root vegetable. It can also be called a Swedish Turnip. I hope you find one to try this recipe!
Ce
0I believe the Scots call them Neeps.
Msmoo
0I think they are swede!
Edward Burns
0A lot of people mistake rutabaga’s for large turnips
Jennifer
0We loved these! I made them for burger night with our neighbors and they raved about them too! They remind me of sweet potato fries. I ran out of room on my sheet pan and tossed the rest in the air fryer. I think we slightly preferred that, but both were so tasty! Thanks for such an awesome sub!
Miranda
0These actually tasted surprisingly good. However, although I went out and bought the pan with the grate on top for air circulation, mine came out looking burned, and they were not as crispy as they look on the picture, nor as I would like. I would appreciate some help before I review it.
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Miranda, Sounds like your fries were baked too close to the heating element. I like to use the center rack in the oven, but if this is the result you got from the center rack, then you may want to move it down to the next level. Best wishes!
Patricia Schassburger
0We made the rutabaga fries and they were very tasty! We added additional seasonings such as paprika and garlic powder to add more flavor. My husband and I agree that although they aren’t quite as good as potato French fries, they are a reasonable substitute. The appearance and texture are very similar to potatoes.
Pam
0I spent three hours cooking these. The texture was perfect even though they were not crispy. But they were so incredibly spicy I couldn’t even eat them and I am so bummed because the inside texture was just like a potato. Anyway to make them less spicy. I have a very sensitive palate.
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Pam, Are you sure you purchased rutabagas to use in this recipe? They are not spicy but have a mild earthy flavor and they definitely should not take 3 hours to cook.
Kelly Desjardin
0I use a lot of the Wholesome Yum recipes and use many of the products. I would like to see more weights used in recipes when determining serving size. Otherwise, a great information and recipe site!
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Kelly, Feel free to use the button in the recipe card to switch from US cup to metric.
Rich
0Could you use Beef Tallow?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Rich, Absolutely!
Char
0Made these tonight – mine were not as pretty and I couldn’t get them to crisp up but they were delish! I cooked one batch in the oven & another in the air fryer, then I tried the oven baked in the air fryer but they were all still limp. But my husband & I loved them. I’ll keep experimenting to try get them crispy.
Bianca Rivera
0I am not exaggerating when I say every single Wholesome Yum recipe I’ve tried has been a success, & the rutabaga fries are no different. I made these with the Wholesome Yum reboots for chicken tenders. Easy to follow, clear & concise- my only complaint is I should’ve bought a smaller rutabaga because that thing was tough to slice through towards the middle.
Joella
0I’m about to make this recipe. I was wondering if it would be possible to fry these in canola oil? Would that work?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Joella, I’m not sure. The recipe I have is for baking the fries in the oven. I don’t know if they would have enough time to cook through when deep-fried. Also, I don’t recommend using canola oil. Check out this article for more information on clean keto fats: 15 Best Keto Diet Tips & Tricks.
Dylan Suriyaarachchi
0Hi I don’t have avocado oil, could I use olive oil or extra virgin coconut oil instead?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Dylan, Yes coconut oil will work in this recipe. Avocado has a more neutral flavor, but coconut will work just as well.
Phyllis Janowski
0These were great. I used Olive Oil because I did not have Avocado Oil and added a dash of garlic powder with the salt and pepper
Marni Dutter
0I’m not much for cooked rutabaga. Could I use jicama? Would this recipe cook time change for that veg?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Marni, No worries! I have a recipe for jicama fries here!
Sandra G.
0These are the best rutabaga fries I have tried so far! 🙂
I melted cheese curds on top for a keto twist on poutine. 😉
Sheila Chiumento
0Never tried rutabaga in my life. These were amazing, almost like sweet potato fries. Will make again and again
Christina Jorgensen
0Hands down the best keto fried EVER!!!!! Our Kids even LOVED them!!! I added basil to the recipe and its amazing!!! Definitely making this all the time!!!
Bobbi
0Wow…oh yeah!……these are freaking goooooood! These will become a fixture at my supper table from now on. Even my finicky 15 year old ate some, and she’s snooty about cruciferous veg. I had no idea there was such an excellent french fry dupe out there, and boy have we been missing out. Another wonderful recipe. Thanks a million!
Megan
0These were really good! But mine weren’t crispy at all. I’m not sure what went wrong.
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Megan, The fries aren’t crispy all the way through, just the exterior. Was the pan super full when cooking? They need good air flow, or else they will be just as soft on the outside as they are in.
comaes39
0First time eating rutabaga but I loved them! I will have to try them again but I am not sure what I did wrong since they were not crispy. I will try the air fryer next time or split them between two cooking sheets. I only used one rutabaga since it’s just me.
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Comaes39, These rutabaga fries get a lightly crispy exterior, but they are not super crunchy like traditional deep-fried potatoes. If you would like to crisp them up further, you can finish them in the broiler for an additional 30 seconds. Just be sure to pull them before they get too dark.
april ambrose
0hi what does a serving consist of
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi April, a Serving is 10 fries.
Jessi
0Could you put the rutabaga fries in the air fryer?
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Jessi, Yes, definitely! The method would be similar to air fryer jicama fries.
Judy
0Delicious ! Sweet.
Have to make sure I watch potion size
Kris
0Can you deep fry them?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Kris, I’ve never tried deep frying these, however, I think an air fryer should work. Try 10-15 minutes at 375 and shake the basket halfway through.
Denise
0This recipe is so delicious! I made some in the air fryer, and some baked… both great! The rutabaga was had to find (found today at sprouts), but has such wonderfully interesting flavor. I didn’t even need ketchup ( I’ll typically use any excuse to have ketchup). Thanks…French fry craving met… new go to recipe
BTW, love the cookbook !
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Thank you so much, Denise! And I’m SO glad to hear you like my cookbook! <3
Candyce
0How long did you put them in the air fryer?!
Callie Conklin
0Can you use olive oil instead of avocado oil?
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Callie, Yes, you can!
Liz
0Can you pre-cook the cut fries to freeze them for later use ?
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Liz, Like most vegetables you’d need to briefly blanch them first (not to fully cooked) before freezing.
Lucia
0Hi Maya, a few weeks earlier I found that I can eat rutabaga on low carb diet. I was so happy when I saw your recipe about it so I wanna to try. And here is my question. I bought a few rutabagas but mine are inside white. Is there more types of rutabagas because yours are yellow. So I was just a little bit sad because it wan’t like in the recipe.
Thank you
Wholesome Yum A
0There are a few varieties of rutabaga, but any of them should work as long as they’re the correct thickness. Let me know if they still work for you!
Claudette Sova
0I have made rutabaga fries a couple of times now, once in my air fryer and once in a skillet. What I do to make it easier to peel is cut off both ends, place it on a paper plate (because of the wax coating on the rutabaga) and put in the microwave for 2 minutes. When it is cool enough to handle cut off the skin and then cut into slices and then french fry shape. In a large bowl, I coat them with olive oil, dill weed, celery salt and granulated garlic. Put in the air fryer at 370 for about 10 to 15 mins or bake in the oven or in a skillet. The oven and skillet takes a little longer. Love them and so does my husband.
I have also used rutabagas instead of potatoes to make scalloped “taters” and ham using low carb sauce I made on my own with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese & my favorite spices. My husband loved it & said he couldn’t tell the difference and did not miss the potatoes.
Sean
0Hi Claudette! Would you be willing to be pass along your scalloped taters recipe with the rutabagas? Thanks in advance 🙂
Alexandra Ryan
0Haven’t tried these – I can’t get hold of any avocado oil is there an alternative oil I could use instead?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Alexandra, You can use coconut oil or ghee.
Pete Cornejo
0I’ve made jicama fries frying them in avocado oil. Do you think I can fry these the same way?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Pete, Yes, that should work fine.
Yvonne Yonkers
0How do you deal with the bitterness of rutabages?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Yvonne, If you are bothered by the bitterness of the rutabagas, you can soak them in salt water for about 10 minutes prior to cooking.
Debi T
0Great alternative to french-fried potatoes. They taste great and are easy to make. Keep cooking!
Judy
0I really love that you showed this technique! I think I can use it multiple ways.
Tracey
0Hi – more of a question.. has anyone tried these in the air fryer?
Mitchell
0Is there an air fryer version for this recipe?
Wholesome Yum A
0Hi Mitchell, you might be thinking of my air fryer jicama fries!
Jules Shepard
0WOW! Can’t wait to give these a go – always looking to mix things up a bit. Thanks for the recipe!
Alisa Fleming
0I’ve only bought a rutabaga once, and I loved it, so I’m not sure why I haven’t bought one since! I definitely need to try this recipe since we are huge fans of roasted veggies. I like a little variation – is there another low carb vegetable that might “french fry” well with these?
Wholesome Yum A
0Yes, Alisa! Try jicama fries!
Milisa
0Using the baking rack is genius! I’m so glad to have found this easy recipe. My family loved these.
Tayo
0Thank you for such a great recipe! I really miss fries on a keto diet and have never tried rutabaga fries but now I am really excited to try this!
Sara Welch
0My kids are in love with this recipe! Excited to make it again later this week; huge hit in our home!
Lisa Bryan
0Love this idea for a french fry! Rutagaba isn’t something you normally see, but will definitely make for a great french fry!
Beth
0I have never heard of rutabaga fries but you sold me on the 6 grams of net calories!! They look nice and crispy yet healthy – Perfect!!
Chris Collins
0I’ve never had Rutabaga fries but after reading this I’m totally giving them a try!!
C Buxton
0Great idea but I’ve never really liked the texture of baked fries. Can these be fried in oil like traditional fries?
Wholesome Yum A
0Hi C, I’ve never deep fried these but an air fryer should work. Try 10-15 minutes at 375 and shake the basket halfway through.
Marcelle
0Can these be done in an air fryer?
Wholesome Yum A
0Hi Marcelle, I haven’t tried but I think it would work. Try 10-15 minutes at 375 and shake the basket halfway through.