Celery Root French Fries With Remoulade Dipping Sauce

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Crispy and Healthy Celery Root French Fries with Remoulade Dipping Sauce
in Appetizer

Prep

25 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs whole celery root , peeled , and cut into french fry style pieces , just not too thick
1/2 cup flour ( seasoned with 1 tsp . Essence , recipe follows )
1 egg , beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs ( seasoned with 1 tsp . Essence )
salt and pepper
oil ( for frying )
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1/4 cup snipped chives ( optional )
1 cup prepared mayonnaise or 1 cup homemade mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced celery
2 tablespoons minced green onions
1 teaspoon minced shallot
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon creole mustard ( or any grainy mustard )
2 tablespoons ketchup
salt and pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
165
Sugar
2g
Fat
6g
If you are looking for a healthier and tastier alternative to potato fries, try these crispy and flavorful celery root fries with remoulade dipping sauce! Celery root, also known as celeriac, is a root vegetable that is often overlooked in favor of more popular vegetables like potatoes and carrots. However, celery root is a versatile and nutritious ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, including soups, stews, and salads. In this recipe, celery root is cut into french fry style pieces, seasoned, coated with egg and breadcrumbs, and baked until crispy and golden brown. The result is a delicious and satisfying snack that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish to your favorite meal. The remoulade dipping sauce adds extra flavor and creaminess to the fries, making them even more irresistible. Try this recipe today and discover the wonderful world of celery root!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.Put the celery root fries into a large bowl and mix them with the seasoned flour.
3.Put the beaten egg into a separate bowl and coat the flour-coated celery root fries with egg.
4.In another bowl, mix the bread crumbs with salt and pepper, and coat the egg-coated celery root fries with the breadcrumb mixture.
5.Place the prepared celery root fries on a baking sheet and drizzle with oil.
6.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
7.While the fries are baking, prepare the remoulade dipping sauce by mixing the mayonnaise, minced celery, minced green onions, minced shallot, minced garlic, creole mustard/ketchup, salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
8.Once the fries are done, sprinkle with parmesan cheese, snipped chives (optional), and more salt and pepper if desired. Serve hot with the remoulade dipping sauce.

PROS

These celery root fries are a healthy alternative to regular potato fries as they are low in calories and fat, high in fiber, and rich in antioxidants and nutrients such as vitamin K, vitamin C, and potassium.

The remoulade dipping sauce is delicious and adds extra flavor to the fries.

CONS

Celery root may not be readily available in some areas.

Frying the celery root fries instead of baking them may result in a crispier texture, but also in more calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Celery root is low in calories and fat, high in fiber, and rich in antioxidants and nutrients such as vitamin K, vitamin C, and potassium.
It may help with weight loss, digestion, inflammation, and heart health.
However, more research is needed to confirm its health benefits.

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