Recipe: Jicama Texicana 🥗
Description:
Jicama, originally from Mexico, can now be found in the US. It is a root vegetable that tastes like a cross between a water chestnut and an apple and a turnip. This recipe is courtesy of Texas Home Cooking by Cheryl and Bill Jameson.
Key Information:
- Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Fruit, Vegetable, Southwestern U.S., Mexican, Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kosher, Potluck, Spicy, < 60 Mins, No Cook, Easy
- Calories: 64.2 per serving
- Fat Content: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 6.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 15.7g
- Fiber Content: 8g
- Sugar Content: 3.1g
- Protein Content: 1.2g
- Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
- Review Count: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 jicama
- 1 lime
- Chili powder
- Salt
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Peel the jícama, and slice it into fat matchsticks. |
| 2 | Transfer to a bowl, and cover with water and refrigerate for 30 minutes. |
| 3 | Drain. |
| 4 | Arrange the jícama on a platter, and sprinkle with lime juice and zest, the chili powder, and if you wish some salt. |
| 5 | If you like, serve additional chili powder on the side. |
Enjoy this refreshing and spicy Jicama Texicana as a healthy snack or side dish! 🌶️🍋
