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    Air Fryer Parsnip Fries

    Last Updated October 26, 2021. Published December 8, 2020 By Charla 10 Comments

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    Move over potatoes and say hello to these parsnip fries, they are the perfect nutritional way to satisfy your craving for french fries using your air fryer.

    fries on white background with red dip

    In the dead of winter parsnips are just here, there and everywhere so why not make some fries with them. They are naturally sweet, delicious with the micro-nutrients that your body needs.

    overhead shot of fries

    While I was out grocery shopping for some seasonal vegetables I came across a bag of parsnips which were dirt cheap due to the time of year.

    I wasn't planning on purchasing any parsnips, at least not right now but the price was too tempting. Anyway, I'm so glad that I did because I made these amazing air fryer parsnip fries.

    Trust me, when I tell you how delicious they are and so simple to make. It's simply a case of peeling the parsnips (if you wish) drizzling them in olive and a seasoning of your choice and then frying them in your air fryer and voila, your fries are done!

    Ingredients you will need

    ingredients parsnip fries

    Reasons to make these fries

    • Very easy to make
    • They are just as tasty as my Zucchini Fries
    • You can double or triple the batch if you wish
    • They are naturally sweet
    • You can use my seasoning or a seasoning of your choice
    • They won't compromise your lifestyle goals i.e weightloss, healthy eating

    The steps

    steps1-4 peeling and seasoning the parsnips

    • Preheat your air fryer
    • Scrub the parsnips, thoroughly wash them and blot them dry.
    • Cut the tops/bottoms of each parsnip.
    • Slice them into fries of your desired thickness.
    • Place the parsnips in a large bowl then drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic granules, maple syrup, parsley and pink salt

    steps5-8 seasoning and air frying

    • Use tongs or your hands to toss your fries to evenly distribute the seasoning.
    • Place the fries in the basket (you may need to do this in batches)
    • Set your air fryer to 180c/356f for about 7 minutes (mine took 7 minutes yours may take roughly 12 minutes without preheating).
    • Shaking the fryer basket to even cooking halfway through
    • Re-season again just before serving.

    Can you have to peel the skin off?

    I personally perfer to peel the skin off however you can leave it on if you wish. Just make sure to thoroughly wash your parsnips and blot them off dry.

    Can you cut parsnips ahead of time?

    Although this recipe isn't time consuming, if you want to really reduce your time in the kitchen then I would recommend cutting your parsnips to size before you're ready to fry them.

    Place them in a zip lock bag and refrigerate until you are ready.

    Are parsnips the same as carrots?

    Although parsnips are closely similar to carrots, they are NOT the same. They do bear the same shape, but the biggest contrast between them is their flavour.

    Parsnips have a slight licorice taste to them and are distinctly sweeter when roasted especially when drizzled with some sweetner.

    What dip can you use for these fries?

    Aioli

    Scotch Bonnet Pepper Sauce

    Cranberry Sauce

    Mango Pineapple Hot Sauce

    Notes and tips

    • Don't use excess oil, less is more. Air fryer fries are crispy when less oil is used. Too much oil results in mushy/soggy fries.
    • Make sure you are using LARGE PARSNIPS not small ones.
    • If you double the recipe adjust the quantity of oil/syrup to double the amount.
    • I don't recommend freezing the fries after cooking. You can re-heat but do avoid freezing them.
    • Use whatever seasoning you like, I like to keep it simple with some parsley, garlic granules, pink salt and maple
    • Make sure to scrub the parsnips and thoroughly wash and dry them before slicing them.
    • Slice your fries according to the thickness you desire.
    • The amount of seasoning used by myself is a rough guide. Feel free to adjust the amount according to your reference.

    fries with a dip

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    • Black Cajun Air Fried Salmon

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    Air Fryer Parsnip Fries

    Move over potatoes and say hello to these parsnip fries, they are the perfect nutritional way to satisfy your craving for french fries using your air fryer.
    5 from 8 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Appetiser
    Cuisine: British
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 12 minutes
    Total Time: 27 minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 273kcal
    Author: Charla

    Ingredients

    • 500 grams parsnips (1lb)
    • 15 grams parsley (1tbsp)
    • 15 grams garlic granules (1tbsp)
    • 10 grams pink salt (2tsp)
    • 10 grams maple syrup (2tsp)
    • 10-15 grams olive oil (2-3tsp)
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Preheat your air fryer.
    • Scrub the parsnips, thoroughly wash them and blot them dry.
    • Cut the tops/bottoms of each parsnip.
    • Slice them into fries of your desired thickness.
    • Place the parsnips in a large bowl then drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic granules, maple syrup, parsley and pink salt.
    • Use tongs or your hands to toss your fries to evenly distribute the seasoning
    • Place the fries in the basket (you may need to do this in batches)
    • Set your air fryer to 180c/356f for about 7 minutes (mine took 7 minutes yours may take roughly 12 minutes without preheating).
    • Shaking the fryer basket to even cooking halfway through.
    • Re-season again just before serving.

    Notes

    • Don't use excess oil, less is more. Air fryer fries are crispy when less oil is used. Too much oil results in mushy/soggy fries.
    • Make sure you are using LARGE PARSNIPS not small ones.
    • If you double the recipe adjust the quantity of oil/syrup to double the amount.
    • I don't recommend freezing the fries after cooking. You can re-heat but do avoid freezing them.
    • Use whatever seasoning you like, I like to keep it simple with some parsley, garlic granules, pink salt and maple
    • Make sure to scrub the parsnips and thoroughly wash and dry them before slicing them.
    • Slice your fries according to the thickness you desire.
    • The amount of seasoning used by myself is a rough guide. Feel free to adjust the amount according to your reference.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1972mg | Potassium: 1069mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 632IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. Danielle Wolter

      December 08, 2020 at 11:34 am

      5 stars
      I am getting an air fryer for christmas and will definitely be making these. Love that you used maple syrup!

      Reply
      • Charla

        December 08, 2020 at 1:51 pm

        Yay! You will love it!!

        Reply
    2. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry

      December 08, 2020 at 10:05 am

      5 stars
      These are the perfect snack or side dish! Parsnips are one of my favourite vegetables so I can't wait to try them in the air fryer!

      Reply
      • Charla

        December 08, 2020 at 11:08 am

        You will love them Bintu.

        Reply
    3. Kate

      December 08, 2020 at 9:46 am

      5 stars
      So good! I never would have thought of making parsnip fries in my air fryer but these are just brilliant. Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • Charla

        December 08, 2020 at 11:08 am

        You are welcome Kate

        Reply
    4. Dannii

      December 08, 2020 at 9:34 am

      5 stars
      I love cooking parsnips in the air fryer. They get so lovely and crispy.

      Reply
      • Charla

        December 08, 2020 at 11:09 am

        I totally agree!!

        Reply
    5. Jacqueline Debono

      December 08, 2020 at 9:23 am

      5 stars
      Here in Italy, parsnips are sadly not here, there and everywhere! But, I love them and know one shop I can get them. So, I often make the trip just for the parsnips!! I usually roast them but your parsnip fries look great. Will be trying this recipe next time I have parsnips!

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      • Charla

        December 08, 2020 at 9:27 am

        I'm so sorry to here that. Definitely try fries when you get a chance to.

        Reply

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