Description
These Crispy Carrot Fries offer a deliciously crunchy alternative to traditional fries, featuring perfectly seasoned and baked carrot sticks coated with parmesan and a blend of spices. Ideal as a side dish or snack, these fries are easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection in the oven.
Ingredients
Carrot Fries
- 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into uniform fry shapes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish and Serving
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Sauce of choice for dipping (ketchup, ranch, pesto, or spicy mayo recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Prepare Carrots: Peel the carrots and cut them lengthwise into halves or thirds, then into thicker fry shapes to ensure they crisp up without burning. Aim for uniform sizing to promote even cooking.
- Mix Coating: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, grated parmesan cheese, cornstarch, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well until ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Coat Carrots: Add the cut carrots to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat every piece evenly with the seasoned mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping to allow maximum crispness.
- Bake Carrot Fries: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Flip the fries halfway through baking to promote even crisping. Keep an eye toward the end of baking to prevent burning as ovens vary.
- Garnish and Serve: Once crisp and golden, remove the fries from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces such as ketchup, ranch, pesto, or spicy mayo.
Notes
- Cut carrots into uniform thick fries to avoid uneven cooking or burning.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Flip fries halfway through baking for even crispiness.
- Watch closely at the end of baking as carrots can quickly go from crispy to burnt due to varying oven temperatures.
- Optional garnishes and dips add flavor variety to these fries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
