# Mexican Turnip Fries These French Fries are Creatively Made Using Sliced Jicama By M | Published 2015-09-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jicama References: [thekitchn](http://www.thekitchn.com/try-jicama-for-a-twist-on-french-fries-223956) & [thekitchn](http://www.thekitchn.com) These innovative French fries sub out conventional potatoes for a Mexican turnip called Jicama for a much more refreshing and lighter taste and texture. These fries are also much healthier side to choose since they are not fired and are unconventionally served cold. To make these faux fries begin by picking up some Jicama and peeling it like you would a carrot. Then the root vegetable is cut into matchsticks to resemble the shapes of French fries. The pieces can then be dressed in a variety of seasonings including fresh lime juice, dried dill and cayenne. The neutral taste of the Jicama allows it to be versatile and take on a variety of heavier tastes and standard fries dipping sauces such as grated cheese, mayo, ketchup and even chilis. If you can't find Jicama at your grocery store, you can sub in English cucumbers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Healthy Substitutions:** The use of jicama as a replacement for conventional potatoes opens up opportunities for healthier alternatives in the food industry. - **Creative Side Dishes:** The innovative use of jicama matchsticks as an alternative to traditional french fries presents opportunities for creative and unique side dishes in the restaurant industry. - **Exploring Ethnic Ingredients:** The incorporation of jicama, a Mexican turnip, in making fries highlights the trend of exploring and incorporating ethnic ingredients in the culinary industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can embrace the trend of using jicama as a healthier alternative and a platform for creativity in menu offerings. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can leverage the use of jicama and other innovative substitutions as part of a healthier eating lifestyle. - **Ethnic Food Products:** The ethnic food products industry can capitalize on the growing interest in exploring and incorporating unique ingredients like jicama for cross-cultural culinary experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Colorful Root Veggie Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/root-vegetable-fries.md) - [Ready-to-Eat Jicama Slaws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunchy-jicama-slaw.md) - [Air-Fried French Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-fried-french-fries.md) - [Fermented Jicama Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brine-time.md) - [Enhanced Superfood Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-fries.md) - [Vibrant Superfood Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purple-sweet-potato-fries.md) - [Two-Ingredient Organic Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-fries.md) - [Chromatic QSR Veggie Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-vegetable-fries.md) - [Vegan Veggie Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-veggie-fries.md)