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My low-carb take on a popular American classic today guys — Chili Cheese Fries made with turnip instead of potato and topped with my Super Simple Keto Chili by following this recipe. Instead of turnips you can also try radishes, rutabaga (swede) or celeriac.
This popular keto dinner recipe uses low-carb veggie fries baked in the oven for a healthier fry. If you have an air fryer you can totally make these fries in that if you prefer and they’ll be nice and crispy. Oven baked turnip fries will always be on the soft side.
One for sharing… or if you’re like me, keeping all for yourself… they’re that good! Perfect game night or moving snuggling up with food. A healthy gluten-free comfort classic you’ll want to make time and time again.
How Many Carbs Should I Eat on Keto?
The amount of carbohydrates eaten on a ketogenic diet will vary for individuals. Typically, most people aim for no more than 25 g net carbs.
This meal is relatively high in carbohydrates so keep that in mind when deciding on the serving size. If this meal is too high in carbs for you, either stretch it to 5 servings instead of 4, or use radishes instead of turnips to reduce the carb count.
If your daily net carb limit is 25 to 30 grams, this keto dinner recipe is for you! And if you add a bit more protein and fat (ground beef, some extra virgin olive oil to drizzle on top and/or cheese), you can serve this as a TMAD meal (two-meals-a-day). Enjoy!
Hands-on Overall
Nutritional values (per serving)
Net carbs12.8 grams
Protein26 grams
Fat51.3 grams
Calories637 kcal
Calories from carbs 8%, protein 17%, fat 75%
Total carbs19.2 gramsFiber6.4 gramsSugars11 gramsSaturated fat16.9 gramsSodium886 mg(39% RDA)Magnesium64 mg(16% RDA)Potassium1,000 mg(50% EMR)
Ingredients (makes 4 servings)
Chili:
To serve:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella (57 g/ 2 oz)
- 4 tbsp sour cream (60 ml)
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro or parsley
- 1 small spring onion, green part only (10 g/ 0.4 oz)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220 °C/ 425 °F (conventional), or 200 °C/ 400 °F (fan assisted).
- Peel the turnips. Slice into fries (about 1.5 cm/ 0.6" thick). You want them quite thin so they cook quicker and go crispier.
- Place on a non-stick baking tray, option to line with greaseproof paper, and toss in the spices, seasoning and oil.
- Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, or until soft and slightly crisp.
- Meanwhile make the Super Simple Keto Chili by following this recipe.
- Top the turnip fries with chili, add shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) and place back in oven to melt for 5 minutes.
- Add chopped green onions, chopped coriander and sour cream to serve.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
The Best Chili Cheese Fries
Step by Step
Ingredients
- 1 recipe Super Simple Keto Chili
- 2-3 medium turnips (500 g/ 1.1 lb)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika or cumin
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper
- 3 tbsp extra virgin avocado oil or ghee (45 ml)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella (57 g/ 2 oz)
- 4 tbsp sour cream (60 ml)
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro or parsley
- 1 small spring onion, green part only (10 g/ 0.4 oz)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220 °C/ 425 °F (conventional), or 200 °C/ 400 °F (fan assisted).
- Peel the turnips. Slice into fries (about 1.5 cm/ 0.6" thick). You want them quite thin so they cook quicker and go crispier.
- Place on a non-stick baking tray, option to line with greaseproof paper, and toss in the spices, seasoning and oil.
- Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, or until soft and slightly crisp.
- Meanwhile make the Super Simple Keto Chili by following this recipe.
- Top the turnip fries with chili, add shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) and place back in oven to melt for 5 minutes.
- Add chopped green onions, chopped coriander and sour cream to serve.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories637kcal
Net Carbs12.8g
Carbohydrates19.2g
Protein26g
Fat51.3g
Saturated Fat16.9g
Fiber6.4g
Sugar11g
Sodium886mg
Magnesium64mg
Potassium1,000mg
Detailed nutritional breakdown (per serving)
| Total per serving |
| 12.8 g | 26 g | 51.3 g | 637 kcal |
| Ghee |
| 0 g | 0 g | 3.8 g | 34 kcal |
| Onion, brown (yellow), raw |
| 1.1 g | 0.2 g | 0 g | 6 kcal |
| Celery stalk, fresh |
| 0.2 g | 0.1 g | 0 g | 3 kcal |
| Garlic, fresh |
| 0.5 g | 0.1 g | 0 g | 2 kcal |
| Beef, minced (ground), raw, grass-fed |
| 0 g | 19.3 g | 22.5 g | 286 kcal |
| Peppers, red bell, fresh |
| 1.2 g | 0.3 g | 0.1 g | 9 kcal |
| Chile (chili) powder, spices (ancho, chipotle, Mexican chile powder) |
| 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 2 kcal |
| Cumin, ground |
| 0.2 g | 0.1 g | 0.1 g | 2 kcal |
| Oregano, dried |
| 0.1 g | 0 g | 0 g | 1 kcal |
| Tomatoes, canned (unsweetened) |
| 1.6 g | 0.8 g | 0.3 g | 16 kcal |
| Tomato purée (paste, unsweetened) |
| 0.5 g | 0.1 g | 0 g | 3 kcal |
| Salt, sea salt |
| 0 g | 0 g | 0 g | 0 kcal |
| Pepper, black, spices |
| 0.1 g | 0 g | 0 g | 0 kcal |
| Coriander (cilantro), fresh |
| 0 g | 0.1 g | 0 g | 1 kcal |
| Olive oil, extra virgin |
| 0 g | 0 g | 6.8 g | 60 kcal |
| Turnip, raw |
| 5.8 g | 1.1 g | 0.1 g | 35 kcal |
| Garlic powder, spices |
| 0.2 g | 0.1 g | 0 g | 1 kcal |
| Paprika, spices |
| 0.1 g | 0 g | 0 g | 1 kcal |
| Salt, sea salt |
| 0 g | 0 g | 0 g | 0 kcal |
| Pepper, black, spices |
| 0.1 g | 0 g | 0 g | 0 kcal |
| Avocado oil, extra virgin |
| 0 g | 0 g | 10.5 g | 93 kcal |
| Cheddar cheese |
| 0.4 g | 3.2 g | 4.7 g | 57 kcal |
| Cream, sour |
| 0.6 g | 0.3 g | 2.3 g | 24 kcal |
| Coriander (cilantro), fresh |
| 0 g | 0 g | 0 g | 0 kcal |
| Spring onion, scallion, green onion, fresh |
| 0.1 g | 0 g | 0 g | 1 kcal |
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