If you want a fun and lighter alternative to traditional French fries, try Carrot Fries. They are made by cutting fresh carrots into sticks and roasting them until tender with lightly crisp edges.
With their natural sweetness and simple seasoning, they’re perfect for serving alongside everyday meals or enjoying as a snack.
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Carrot Fries Recipe
Key Ingredients
Carrots: Cutting the carrots into even sticks helps them cook at the same rate and gives you nicely browned edges. If some pieces are much thicker than others, they’ll finish at different times.
Olive oil helps the carrots brown nicely in the oven and gives the seasoning something to stick to. You don’t need much, just enough to lightly coat them.
Smoked paprika gives the carrots a deeper, slightly smoky flavor that makes them much more interesting. I prefer it to regular paprika here because it adds more flavor to such a simple dish.
Tips & Tricks
Pat the carrots dry before adding the oil: Any moisture left on the carrots can make them steam instead of brown. I often pat them dry with a kitchen towel after peeling and cutting.
Flip them only once, halfway through: The carrots need some time undisturbed to brown properly. Leave them there for the first 10 minutes or so, then flip them and let the other side finish browning.
This is easy carrot fries recipe:
Carrot Fries
Crispy-edged baked carrot fries seasoned simply and roasted until golden, a fun, easy side that comes together with just one pan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbscarrots (peeled and cut into fry-shaped sticks)
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 1/2 tspgarlic powder
- 1/2 tspsalt
- 1/4 tspblack pepper
Instructions
- 1Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- 2In a large bowl, toss the carrot sticks with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- 3Arrange the carrot sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if needed.
- 4Air fry for 12–16 minutes, shaking the basket or flipping the carrots halfway through, until tender with lightly browned edges.
- 5Serve hot
Nutrition per serving
📌 Notes
- Carrots won't become as crispy as potato fries because they contain more moisture. Cut them into evenly sized sticks and avoid overcrowding for the best browning.
- Give the carrots plenty of space on the pan, crowding them will make them steam instead of getting crisp edges.
- These are best eaten right away since they soften as they sit.
How to Pair
Carrot fries taste sweet, smoky, and savory, with tender centers and lightly crisp edges. Their warm flavor pairs well with creamy dips, hearty mains, and refreshing drinks. You should:
- Serve them with garlic aioli, ranch dressing, or spicy sriracha mayo for dipping.
- Pair them with grilled chicken, turkey burgers, or crispy fish for a balanced meal.
- Enjoy them alongside a fresh green salad, coleslaw, or roasted vegetables.
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