Gelatin Free Ginger-Lime Celeriac Fries
Celeriac might not be the first vegetable you reach for, but once you cut it into thick batons and roast it at high heat, it transforms into something genuinely crave-worthy — crispy at the edges, tender in the middle, and full of earthy depth. The coating here is what really makes these fries sing: coconut oil, fresh ginger, lime zest, lime juice, and a pinch of turmeric come together into a bright, warming glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. Turmeric gives the fries a gorgeous golden color without overpowering the citrusy, gingery punch that hits you with every bite. Because everything in this recipe is a whole, recognizable ingredient, there's no need to second-guess labels or worry about hidden additives that sometimes sneak into packaged snacks and condiments. Spacing the batons out on the baking sheet is the key move — it lets the oven do its roasting magic instead of steaming the fries into mush. Finish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, and you've got a side dish (or an honest-to-goodness snack) that feels a little fancy without requiring much effort at all.
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4 servings
- 1 large celeriac (about 2 lb), peeled and cut into ½-inch batons
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp lime zest (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, grated ginger, lime zest, lime juice, sea salt, and turmeric until combined.
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