Veggie Side Pieces

Some great side dishes:

• Roasted Asparagus - A classic in only 20 minutes! No wonder it's a reader favorite.

• Roasted Eggplant - This method makes for the most delicious caramelized edges.

• Keto Mashed Cauliflower - Get the secret to silky smooth cauliflower mash that tastes just like potatoes... with only 5 ingredients!

• Keto Fries - Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside! Guess the low-carb veggie replacement we use instead of potatoes?

• Oven Roasted Vegetables - Sensing a pattern here? We love roasted veggies around here! Here's a guide for the most perfect roasted keto vegetables.

• Cauliflower Mac And Cheese - The same flavor and feeling of mac and cheese, with much fewer carbs.

Jicama Fries

Jicama Fries

• 8 cups Jicama (peeled, chopped into thin matchsticks, 1/4 inch thick and 3 inches long)

• 2 tbsp Olive oil

• 1/2 tsp Garlic powder

• 1 tsp Cumin

• 1 tsp Sea salt

• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Keto Chili Topping

• 1 tbsp Olive oil

• 1/2 lb Ground beef

• 7.5 oz Diced tomatoes with green chilies (about 3/4 of a 10-oz can with liquid, no salt added)

• 1/2 tbsp Chili powder (more optional - see instructions)

• 1/2 tbsp Cumin

• 1 tsp Dried oregano

• 1/2 tsp Garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp Sea salt

Toppings

• 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)

• 1/4 cup Green onions (chopped)

1. Boil a large pot of water on the stove. Add the jicama fries and boil for 12 to 15 minutes, until no longer crunchy.

2. When the jicama is not crunchy anymore, remove and pat dry.

3. Set the air fryer oven to 400 degrees and let it preheat for 2 to 3 minutes.  Grease the air fryer racks or basket that you'll be using.

4. Place the fries into a large bowl along with olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, and sea salt. Toss to coat.

5. For an air fryer oven:

   Transfer the fries to two racks for the air fryer oven, in a single layer. Place both racks into the air fryer. Bake for 10 minutes. Move the top rack to the bottom and the bottom to the top, then bake for 10 to 15 more minutes, until fries are golden brown.

   For an air fryer with a basket:

   You may need to do 2 batches. Arrange the fries in a single layer in the basket, and bake for 20-25 minutes. Repeat with the 2nd batch.

6. When fries are done, remove the racks or basket from the air fryer and set the temperature to 400 again.

Keto Chili Topping

1. Meanwhile, make the beef chili. In a large saucepan or small pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

2. Add the ground beef. Increase heat to medium high. Cook for about 10 minutes, breaking apart with a spatula, until browned.

3. Add the remaining chili ingredients to the pan/pot and stir. Cook for 5 minutes, taste, and adjust chili powder to taste (I added an additional 1/2 tbsp).

4. Cook, stirring occasionally, for another 5 to 10 minutes, or for as long as you want until flavors develop to your liking.

Assembly

1. Transfer the fries to an 8x8 baking dish, or any small oven safe dish or plate that will fit inside the air fryer oven.

2. Spoon the chili over the fries. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.

3. Place the dish or plate onto the rack in the middle of the air fryer oven (or just in the center of a regular air fryer) for about 2 to 3 minutes, until the cheese melts. Sprinkle with chopped green onions to serve.