
These oven-baked cassava fries are the kind of snack that makes you wonder why you ever settled for the frozen bag variety. Cassava gets parboiled first to give it that tender interior, then roasted at high heat until the edges go golden and just a little crisp — a technique that genuinely works without any seed-based oils or coatings sneaking in. The real magic is the glaze: maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and coconut aminos cook down into something sticky, tangy, and deeply savory all at once. A final few minutes back in the oven sets that glaze into a lacquered finish that clings to every fry. Turmeric and ginger in the base seasoning add a warm, earthy backbone that keeps things interesting well beyond a basic salted fry. If you're navigating a seeds-free lifestyle, this recipe is refreshingly clean — every ingredient is straightforward, and there's nothing hidden in the pantry staples that would raise a red flag. Scatter a little fresh parsley on top before serving and these are genuinely impressive enough to put in front of guests.
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Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the peeled cassava in half crosswise, then quarter each piece lengthwise to remove the fibrous central cord. Cut the flesh into sticks roughly 3/4 inch wide and 3 inches long.
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