If you are looking for fries with an Autumn twist, try these pumpkin fries which can be made with either butternut squash or regular pumpkin. They include a crispy seasoned coating of parmesan, breadcrumbs, paprika, thyme, and nutmeg for a vegetable side dish that is both healthy and flavorful.
To make the pumpkin fries, once the pumpkin is cut into batons, they are tossed with a seasoned breadcrumb mixture before being baked in the oven. The results are delicious vegetable fries that are colorful and full of flavor.
What are Pumpkin Fries?
Pumpkin fries are similar to regular French fries in that they have a baton shape. However, rather than potatoes, they are made with either pumpkin or butternut squash for brilliant orange colored fries. They also have a breadcrumb coating to ensure they have a crispy coating.
Pro Tips
- Cut the pumpkin into evenly-sized fries to ensure they bake evenly.
- Make sure that the pumpkin fries are evenly coated in olive oil before you dredge them in the breadcrumb mixture as this will help the coating to adhere to them.
- Feel free to use seasoned breadcrumbs rather than plain breadcrumbs if desired.
- If desired, you can turn the fries halfway during the baking process to promote more evenly baking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pumpkin Low Carb?
Yes, pumpkin is considered low carb with approximately 8 g of carbohydrates for each cup. If you are on a low carb diet, consider replacing traditional French fries with these pumpkin fries instead.
What Do Pumpkin Fries Taste Like?
Pumpkin fries have a sweeter taste than fries made with potatoes. They have a slightly nutty and salty taste from the parmesan, and they are incredibly savory with the additions of thyme, paprika, and nutmeg.
What Other Spices Can I Use for Pumpkin Fries?
If you would like to add other spices to your pumpkin fries, chili powder, cayenne, garlic powder, or onion powder would all be excellent choices.
How to Store Pumpkin Fries
Leftover pumpkin fries can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Ingredients
How to Make Oven-Roasted Pumpkin Fries
Peel the pumpkin and cut it into fries.
Peel the pumpkin and cut it into fries.
In a bowl, stir the breadcrumbs with the paprika, parmesan, thyme, and nutmeg until combined.
In a bowl, stir the breadcrumbs with the paprika, parmesan, thyme, and nutmeg until combined.
Toss the pumpkin fries with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Toss the pumpkin fries with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Toss the pumpkin fries with the breadcrumb mixture and place them on a baking sheet. Bake them in a 400 F (200 C) oven for 20 minutes.
Toss the pumpkin fries with the breadcrumb mixture and place them on a baking sheet. Bake them in a 400 F (200 C) oven for 20 minutes.
Serve immediately!
Serve immediately!
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