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Friday, January 7, 2011

Jicama Slaw

As I mentioned, I wanted to have a kitchen resolution for 2011.  Well, "resolution" sounds too strong.  Let's call it a kitchen goal.  Anyway, after much soul-searching, my 2011 kitchen goal is to use a new ingredient every week.

It's only a few days into January, but so far, I'm sticking with it.  Check back in March, and I might be telling a different story.


My first new ingredient was a fun one.  Jicama.  Here are my observations about it:

  1. The "j" is pronounced like an "h".  And, yes, I did pronounce it "jick-ahhhh-ma" the first several times.  My Buffalo accent made it sound even more unpleasant.  (Hang head in shame...)
  2. It is crunchy!  And refreshing!  And in a strange way, a little bit sweet.
  3. Verdict: I like jicama.
Jicama Slaw
Serves: 6

1 pound jicama, peeled and shredded in the food processor (or julienned if your feeling classy and/or patient)
1 pound carrots, peeled and shredded
1/2 small red onion, halved and very thinly sliced
1/3 cup cilantro, chopped
3-4 tablespoons lime juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Combine all the ingredients in a medium-sized bowl, and toss gently to combine.  Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to several hours.  
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8 comments:

  1. Raw_GirlJanuary 7, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    I heard about jicama on david jubb's Raw Rice recipe. I couldnt find it, so used yam instead. You should try it out:
    http://rawgirlinmumbai.blogspot.com/2010/12/raw-rice.html

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  2. Kim - Liv LifeJanuary 7, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    I discovered jicama a few years back and have really come to love its texture. I'm pleased to find that your slaw has no mayo. Lime is always a hit!

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  3. Medeja- CranberryJamJanuary 8, 2011 at 2:02 AM

    I think I have never seen that .. jicama. How is the taste? Similar to something more usual?

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  4. Amy Bakes EverythingJanuary 8, 2011 at 5:52 AM

    My co-worker grew this in her garden instead of turnips...she brought it in, all confused. I knew what it was because I watch the Food Network, we ate it raw with salt and loved it. This slaw looks really amazing!

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  5. TiffanyJanuary 9, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    I LOVE jicama... It was kind of a staple growing up, but now I do not eat it as often as I did when I was younger. Thanks for sharing! PS.... I also didn't do resolutions this year and did 'goals!' AND...instead of doing year-long goals, I am making sets of goals for three-month durations! Hopefully, that will make it more likely that I make my goals! :D

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    I've had jicama before, but have never bought it and cooked with it at home. I love it though because like you said, it is very refreshing. This slaw looks awesome, so thanks for sharing!

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  7. ErinJanuary 10, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    I'm glad you all enjoy jicama! Medeja, this one is tricky to describe, but I'd say it's crunchy and refreshing like celery, with a texture kind of like apples, but sweetness that's more carrot-y. Sounds crazy, but tastes great! Anyone have a better description? Tiffany, I like your 3-month goal idea!

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  8. UnknownJanuary 11, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    I'm still trying to develop a taste for jicama. It's a bit starchy for me, kind of like a sweeter white potato. Your salad looks fantastic though.

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