Jicama Faves - 13 recipes
Jicama is a native Mexican vine with a delicious edible root. Sweet, starchy and crisp, you might want to enjoy Jicama as part of a vegetable tray, but don't miss out on other creative options.
Top Recipe
Jicama with Berries and Lime
By erinstargirl
![Jicama with Berries and Lime](/media/30/c3/49179f28f3af43e183b41a8e563b2f6ded71.jpg/rh/jicama-with-berries-and-lime.jpg)
Details
Servings 2
Cooking time 5
- 1/2 organic jicama, peeled and sliced into sticks
- 1/2 cup organic berry mix {raspberry, blackberry, blueberry}
- 1 organic lime, zested and juiced
A light, refreshing, and crunchy treat!
Top rated Jicama recipes
JICAMA FRIES
![JICAMA FRIES](/media/94/48/a412dba6a21a602e3a5e300a193a32aa198f.jpg/tsp/jicama-fries.jpg)
By grinder
Preheat oven to 400°F. Slice and season jicama with onion powder, paprika and salt
- 1 jicama
- 1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 pinch salt
Spicy Spiralized Shoe String Jicama Fries
![Spicy Spiralized Shoe String Jicama Fries](/media/67/fa/4aa4e6a9a8922ced705ed448fda9ec0490c1.jpg/tsp/spicy-spiralized-shoe-string-jicama-fries.jpg)
By á-44578
However, when you spiralize a jicama, season it and cook it: it’s tasty and a fun way to add a new veggie into yo...
- 1 large jicama
- olive oil, to drizzle (about 2 tbsp)
- salt, to taste
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tsp chili powder
Jicama, Citrus and Watercress Salad
![Jicama, Citrus and Watercress Salad](/media/22/da/e10dd8e560855878771de5abadb989edde16.jpg/tsp/jicama-citrus-and-watercress-salad.jpg)
By á-174535
In a blender, combine the pomegranate juice, vinegar, agave nectar, mustard and lime zest
- 1/4 cup pomegranate juice
- 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons agave nectar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 red grapefruit
- 2 navel oranges
- 1 pound jicama, peeled and cut into 2-by-1/4-inch matchsticks
- 2 bunches watercress, thick stems discarded
- 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds
Jicama-and-Citrus Salad
![Jicama-and-Citrus Salad](/media/e7/75/832a615e9a0280c8a6cf2750e4092beb94ce.jpg/tsp/jicama-and-citrus-salad.jpg)
By DreiFromBK
Using a very sharp knife, peel the grapefruits and oranges, being sure to remove any bitter white pith
- 2 Ruby Red grapefruits
- 2 navel oranges
- One 1-pound jicama, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
- 4 radishes, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3/4 cup lightly packed cilantro, chopped
- Salt
- Pepper
Jicama Pear Pomegranate Salad
![Jicama Pear Pomegranate Salad](/media/ae/5d/dc0f1cb2c081b4aa58169bc1f3680ea0aa01.jpg/tsp/jicama-pear-pomegranate-salad.jpg)
By erinstargirl
A light, refreshing, flavorful salad - perfect for autumn
- 1/2 an organic jicama {between 0.8-1.0 lb}, peeled, sliced, and cut into matchsticks
- 2 firm organic Bosc pears, cored, sliced, and cut into matchsticks
- 1 organic pomegranate, arils removed
- 6-8 handfuls of organic spinach
- 2 TB Pomegranate Molasses http://www.keyingredient.com/recipes/1555705033/pomegranate-molasses/
- 1 organic lime, zested and juiced
- 1 one-inch chunk of organic ginger, peeled and grated
- 1/2 cup organic extra virgin olive oil
- Pinch Real salt or Himalayan sea salt
Strawberry-Jicama Toss
![Strawberry-Jicama Toss](/media/09/b0/2e56dcba8ff3ca1e62b7690e76cd623174e9.jpg/tsp/strawberry-jicama-toss.jpg)
By á-4939
Directions In tightly covered container, shake all dressing ingredients until well blended
- Tangy Poppy Seed Dressing
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons agave
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon poppy seed
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- Salad
- 6 cups bite-size pieces mixed salad greens
- 1/2 pint strawberries, sliced (1 cup)
- 1 cup finely shredded Chinese (napa) cabbage
- 3/4 cup 1x1/4-inch pieces peeled jicama
- 2 kiwifruit, peeled, cut lengthwise in half and sliced
Strawberry Mango Jicama Salad
![Strawberry Mango Jicama Salad](/media/45/4d/ec87374b3e67a2f746cd094c9663fc449cad.jpg/tsp/strawberry-mango-jicama-salad.jpg)
By GuidingVegan
The strawberries and mango are juicy, sweet, and vibrant
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
- 1 cup chopped mango
- 1 cup chopped jicama
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 3 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
Chicken and Jicama Soup
![Chicken and Jicama Soup](/images/local/defaultImg_thumbSqPr.jpg)
By Chef_Kate
Broil chicken about 6 inches from heat for 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, or until no longer pink inside
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1/2 lb)
- 1 jar (7 1/4 oz) roasted red bell peppers, drained
- 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
- 2 cups chicken broth, canned
- 2 Tbsp. lime juice
- 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup peeled and cubed jicama
Singkamas - Filipino Jicama Salad
![Singkamas - Filipino Jicama Salad](/images/local/defaultImg_thumbSqPr.jpg)
By JimMac, www.rovingculinarian.com
Combine the jicama, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, green chile peppers, ginger, and carrot in a ...
- 1 large jicama, peeled and cut into matchsticks
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into long thin strips
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into long thin strips
- 1 small red onion, sliced into thin lengthwise slivers
- 2 green chile peppers - halved lengthwise, seeded, and cut into strips
- 1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
- 1 cup water
- 2/3 cup vinegar
- 2/3 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
JICAMA MATCHSTICK FRIES {george stella}
![JICAMA MATCHSTICK FRIES {george stella}](/images/local/defaultImg_thumbSqPr.jpg)
By grinder
Place a heavy pot over med-high heat and fill with at least 1” oil
- 3-6 cups oil
- 1 medium jicama, peeled
- Salt
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
Shrimp, Avocado and Jicama Salad
![Shrimp, Avocado and Jicama Salad](/images/local/defaultImg_thumbSqPr.jpg)
By á-31949
1. Put water, vinegar and Old Bay in a pot and bring to a boil
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 about 4 quarts water
- 1/2 - 1 cup vinegar (apple cider vinegar is fine)
- 1/4 about 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning
- 1 pot water
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 cup canola oil
- 2 lemons, juiced
- salt and pepper
- 1 large jicama, peeled and cut into thin strips or cut on a mandoline
- 3 avocadoes, quartered and then sliced across
- these should be cut until ready to mix salad**
Sour Orange, Red Cabbage and Jicama Slaw
![Sour Orange, Red Cabbage and Jicama Slaw](/images/local/defaultImg_thumbSqPr.jpg)
By á-5623
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 jicama, grated on large holes of box grater
- 1/2 small red onion, grated on large holes of box grater
- 1/4 head red cabbage, grated on large holes of box grater
- 1 large carrot, grated on large holes of box grater
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Cuban Pulled Pork Tacos with Guava Glaze, Sour Orange Red Cabbage-Jicama Slaw and Chipotle Mayonnais
![Cuban Pulled Pork Tacos with Guava Glaze, Sour Orange Red Cabbage-Jicama Slaw and Chipotle Mayonnais](/images/local/defaultImg_thumbSqPr.jpg)
By á-4606
1. Special equipment: roaster box with probe thermo- meter, such as La Caja China; sufficient charcoal to c...
- Guava Glazed Pulled Pork:
- One 4-pound boneless pork butt
- 3/4 cup canola oil
- 1/2 cup fresh oregano leaves
- 10 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- Kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cups guava jelly
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 16 corn tortillas, warmed
- Chipotle Mayonnaise, recipe follows
- Sour Orange, Red Cabbage and Jicama Slaw, recipe follows
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for serving
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