Alpha Gal Friendly Cassava Fries with Garlic & Herbs

Crispy on the outside, tender in the middle, and loaded with garlic and fresh herbs, these oven-roasted cassava fries are the kind of snack that disappears fast. Cassava is a naturally plant-based root vegetable that sidesteps the mammalian byproduct concerns that make so many comfort foods off-limits for people managing alpha-gal syndrome — no dairy, no lard, no hidden animal fats anywhere in this recipe. Coconut oil does all the heavy lifting here, giving each stick a gorgeous golden edge without any of the usual worry. The two-step method — parboiling first, then roasting — is the real secret to getting that satisfying crisp exterior while keeping the inside fluffy and soft. Turmeric and ginger add a warm, earthy depth that makes these feel far more interesting than a basic fry, and the hit of fresh parsley and rosemary right out of the oven keeps everything bright and fragrant. Serve them straight from the baking sheet while they're still hot, because they are absolutely at their best in that first few minutes.

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