Jicama is a root vegetable that you can eat in many different ways.With a texture that is similar to a hard pear or a raw potato, you can eat jicama raw or use it for a dip.If you want to cook your jicama, you have to peel it first and get rid of the bitter outer skin.You can use it in a variety of dishes after it is peeled.
Step 1: You should rinse the jicama to get rid of any dirt.
It is common for jicama to have dirt stuck to their skin because it is a root vegetable.Rub off any dirt or debris from the outer skin with your fingers after giving them a good rinse under your faucet.If the jicama looks clean, it is a good idea to rinse off the dust and dirt before cutting it.
Step 2: To make a flat surface, slice a thin slice from the top and bottom.
Jicama has a rounded shape that makes it difficult to cut and peel if it isn't stable.The jicama needs to be placed on a board.Take a chef's knife and slice off a thin layer from the top and bottom of the jicama so you have a flat surface.There is a small knot on the top of the jicama.
Step 3: Remove the jicama with a chef's knife.
Take your chef's knife and slide it under the skin of the jicama.The skin should be removed from top to bottom.Continue peeling off the skin until you get to the white flesh.You don't want to cut yourself if you hold the jicama with your hand in front of the blade.
Step 4: Remove the diced jicama from the pan and cook it with peppers and onions.
Put a small amount of olive oil into a pan over medium heat on your stove.Let the jicama cook for a few minutes in the pan.Add a small onion to the pan and let it cook until it becomes translucent.Add 12 of a red pepper to the onions.Let the jicama cook until it is tender, then pour 4 cup of water or broth.
Step 5: Stir fry jicama with other vegetables.
Add vegetables such as broccoli, onions, bell peppers, or any other ones you like to a pan of vegetable or olive oil.If you want to cook the veggies, mix in some jicama cubes or sticks.Stir fry over some fresh rice with seasonings like salt and pepper or soy sauce.Adding cooked pork, chicken, steak, or tofu to the stir fry will give you more calories.If you want a healthier option, use olive oil.
Step 6: The jicama should be roasted with garlic, onion, and parsley.
Cut up 2 cups of jicama cubes, 1 small onion, and 2 garlic cloves.Add them into a bowl, mix in some olive oil, some parsley, and some Rosemary, then toss them all together.If you want to roast them in the oven, spread the mixture evenly into a baking pan.To help them cook evenly, stir the ingredients every 15 minutes.
Step 7: You can bake a casserole.
Place the jicamas in a pot of water and boil them for an hour.Put them in a food processor with 8 ounces of cream cheese, a stick of butter, 3 cloves of garlic, and 1 cup of chopped red onion.Pour the mixture into the casserole dish.Top the mixture with shredded cheddar cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese.If you want to serve the dish, bake it for 30 minutes at 350 F.Use potholders to take the casserole out and let it cool before serving it.
Step 8: To make fries, slice the jicama vertically and then cut across it.
You can peel the jicama stable and cut it into even slabs by holding it on your cutting board.To slice them into sticks, cut across the slices.Cut the jicama into sticks.
Step 9: The fries should be cooked in a bowl of water.
Jicama needs to be softened before you bake it.Add your fries to the microwave-safe bowl with water.If you want to avoid burning your hands, microwave the fries for a full 6 minutes.
Step 10: Spread the jicama on a baking sheet, and then drizzle them with olive oil.
Remove the fries from the water and pat them dry with paper towels.The fries should be placed on a baking sheet.The fries should be coated with olive oil.
Step 11: Prepare the fries and bake them for 40 minutes at 400 F.
Season the fries with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.Place the tray in the oven and let the fries cook for 40 minutes.Take the tray out of the oven and serve the fries.If you want a spicy kick, sprinkle some cayenne or red pepper over your fries.