Oral Allergy Syndrome Friendly Jicama Sticks with Lime & Sea Salt
Jicama is one of those underrated vegetables that deserves way more time in the spotlight, and this simple preparation lets it shine. The flesh is crisp, mildly sweet, and satisfying to snack on — and because it's cooked without heat, there's no risk of the protein changes that can sometimes trigger oral allergy reactions with certain raw fruits and vegetables. Jicama itself is wonderfully well-tolerated, making it a genuinely exciting find for anyone navigating those frustrating snack limitations. The lime juice and zest bring a bright, tangy punch, while turmeric and ginger add just enough warmth to make these sticks feel like more than a plain crudité. A quick toss and a short rest is all it takes for the spices to sink into the surface, so the flavor payoff is real without any complicated technique. Torn cilantro on top is optional but adds a fresh, herby finish that takes the whole thing up a notch. These are the kind of snacks you'll find yourself making on repeat.
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4 servings
- 1 medium jicama (about 1.5 lb), peeled
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, roughly torn (optional)
Can be omittedfresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- 1
Using a vegetable peeler, remove the tough brown skin from the jicama, then cut away any remaining fibrous layer just beneath the skin until the flesh is fully white and smooth.
- 2
Cut the jicama into 1/2-inch-thick slabs, then cut each slab into sticks roughly 3 inches long and 1/2 inch wide — similar in shape to thick-cut french fries.
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