A fabulous low-carb alternative to potatoes with a nutty-celery flavor. Roasted to perfection with golden edges and just the right amount of heat. Crispy and easy to prepare!
Cut the Peeled Celery Root into batonettes (thick chunky-cut) – add them to boiling water to soften and cook for just 3 minutes; drain and pat completely dry.
What is Celeriac?
- Celeriac is like a root vegetable, yet the root of a celery plant – a bulbous veggie about the size of a grapefruit
- Celery Root is a celery variety grown for its underground tuber, rather than its green, celery-like stalks
- Also known as Celery Root and Knob Celery
- Celeriac may be roasted, stewed, or blanched, and may be mashed
- Taste: celery-like flavour, with nutty overtones
- The older it is, the weaker the celery flavor
- Celeriac discolours quickly once peeled or chopped
- Celeriac is available year round but is at its best from September to April
- Choose a firm root that feels heavy for its size. Avoid those that are discolored
- High in fiber, vitamins and minerals, low in calories and LOW IN CARBS!
Nutrition:
Celery root contains antioxidants that help combat inflammation, and it’s also a good source of vitamin B-complex, vitamin C and vitamin K. What’s more, it has high amounts of dietary fiber, which help promote gut and heart health. Also – relatively low in calories and carbohydrates.
The most flavorful Cajun Seasoning Blend with a nice spicy kick!
See the important ingredients that make it special. Salt-free ~ add salt when needed.
Enjoy these delicious Celeriac Oven Fries – Such wonderful flavor!
Let me know what you think!
Karen
Celeriac Oven Baked Fries with Cajun Seasonings
A fabulous low-carb alternative with a nutty-celery flavor. Roasted to perfection with crispy edges and just the right amount of heat.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds celery root, about 1/2 of a very large one
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons cajun seasonings (salt free)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, more for sprinkling when done, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.Peel celery root with sharp small knife. Immediately cut into batonettes. Cut into 1/3" slabs, then cut into 1/3" x 4" lengths. Mostly, leave the size consistent.
- In a 2 quart pot, add cut celery root with water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then turn down to a simmer, and simmer for 3 minutes until just softened.Drain and pour over cold water from the tap until they are cooled. Pat completely dry.
- Add celery root batonettes to bowl to fit. Add oil and coat with your hands. Add cajun seasonings and 1/4 teaspoon sea salt - toss evenly with a wooden spoon.
- Add batonettes to a rimmed baking sheet and separate them so they are not touching.Roast for 15 minutes until bottoms are golden, turn each piece over and roast until crispy, about 15 minutes more.
To Serve:
- Taste for seasonings. Can add some more cajun seasonings to the warm fries, and sea salt to taste.
Notes
Recipe: Karen’s Homemade Salt Free Sazón Cuban Seasoning
This recipe may not be reproduced without the consent of its author, Karen Sheer.
Nutrition
Calories: 89kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 315mgPotassium: 510mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 73mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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