Baked Parmesan Truffle Parsnip Fries
These parmesan truffle fries, baket yet perfectly crispy, are a great alternative to traditional french fries. The parmesan cheese and truffle (oil and salt) make them rich, savory, and decadent, without all the guilt associated with greasy fried french fries.
Ingredients
- 6-8 parsnips
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp truffle oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp truffle salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- fresh herbs such as parsley or chives, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven or air fryer to 475.
- Peel and cut the parsnips into fry-shaped pieces. Cut them in half lengthwise first, to separate the thicker area from the thinner. Then cut them into 1/4 inch thick slices, and cut these slices into 1/4 inch wide fries.
- Toss the parsnips with the cornstarch, truffle salt and pepper first. Then add the olive oil and truffle oil and toss to coat.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the parsnip fries evenly in one layer and bake for 10 minutes, until they are just starting to soften and turn brown at the edges.
- Remove the fries from the oven. Toss them with the parmesan cheese and return them to the oven until the fries are golden and crispy and the parmesan has crisped up, 10-15 minutes more.
- While still warm, toss the fries with fresh herbs and a sprinkle more of truffle salt and serve.