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    Home » Air Fryer

    Spicy Swede Chips -Air fryer or Oven (Rutabaga Fries)

    Published: Nov 12, 2022 by Louise-Claire Cayzer · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · Leave a Comment

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    Swede chips in the air fryer with a dipping sauce.

    Swede (also known as Rutabaga) is that knobbly root vegetable that you don't know what to do with that comes in your veggie box. Make it into some yummy Spicy Swede Chips (or Rutabaga Fries) in the air fryer or roast up in the oven, and never wonder what to make with it again.

    Swede chips with with a dip in a bowl. this recipe

    In late autumn and all through winter, swede, known as Rutabaga in North America, makes an appearance in veg boxes and in markets, and we all wonder what on earth to make apart from swede mash! (Which is great and all, but you can only eat it so many times)

    Swede makes a delicious soup, like this Classic Swede (Rutabaga) and Carrot Soup, but did you know that you can also make it into yummy chips? Just spice it up, and pop it into the air fryer or oven for an easy side or snack. The chips would make a great addition to a Thanksgiving or Christmas table alongside these Marinated Brussel Sprouts with Sticky Balsamic or my famous Savoury Christmas Filo Wreath Pie, or better yet, with this Vegan Mushroom Bourguignon Pie. And if you're wondering what to do with those parsnips that also came in your veggie box, try making these Air Fryer Parsnips (Fries, Chips or Roasted)

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    • 🍟Ingredients
    • 👩‍🍳Instructions
    • 🌶Substitutions and Variations
    • 🔪Equipment
    • 🥫Storage
    • ❓FAQ
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🍟Ingredients

    It's so easy to make swede chips! You can vary the spices to your own taste.

    Ingredients for swede chips
    • Swede (also known as Rutabaga or neep) is a root vegetable that is a cross between a turnip and a cabbage. It has a subtle earthy flavor that to me tastes a little like broccoli stems.
    • Olive Oil - just a little to get the swede caramelised on the outside.
    • Flakey Sea salt- to taste
    • Seasonings: - eg Chilli, Smoked Paprika, Ras el Hanout, Baharat, Fajita seasoning

    See recipe card for quantities.

    👩‍🍳Instructions

    Just a few steps are needed for making swede chips!

    Peel and cut the swede into chip shapes.

    1.Use a vegetable peeler and peel off the tough outer of the swede. Chop into chip shapes.

    Swede chips in a plate, with seasoning on them, being mixed in to cover them.

    2.Put the chips into a bowl, drizzle oil over and season with your favourite spices. I find using my (clean) hands is the easiest way to cover the chips in an even coating of oil and seasoning.

    Swede chips in an air fryer basket, ready to cook.

    3. Add the chips to the air fryer basket. Or if oven baking, in a single layer on a lined oven tray.

    A bowl of swede chips, ready to eat.

    4 Place in an airfryer on 180C/ 350 fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes. Or place in the oven for 25-35 minutes until golden and crispy.

    Hint: Ovens and air fryer sizes vary, so be sure to check on your chips half way through and mix them around. Adjust the cook time to suit your tastes (Extra crispy needs longer!)

    🌶Substitutions and Variations

    Choose different spices according to the meal you're serving, or your own personal tastes. Some nice options are:

    1. Baharat- a spice mix used throughout the Middle East. I like it because it's savoury and fragrant with a subtle kick. Made with paprika, cardamom, cumin, and nutmeg amongst other spices.
    2. Fajita Spice- For some reason I always have a jar of something called Fajita spice in my spice cupboard, and I'm not sure how it gets there. It is great for sprinkling on chips though!
    3. Smoked Paprika and Oregano- one of my go-to mixtures. Takes the spice in a Spanish direction.

    🔪Equipment

    This recipe is great made in an air fryer. I love my Ninja Foodie Grill and Air fryer, so can personally recommend that! Otherwise you can just use your oven. Either method will create great results.

    🥫Storage

    Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Either reheat in your air fryer, or add to a hash or sandwich.

    ❓FAQ

    Is swede the same as a rutabaga?

    Yep, they are the same thing! Swede is the common name in the UK. They are also known as neeps in Scotland, and as a rutabaga in the USA.

    Can I use other root vegetables in this recipe?

    Absolutely. Parsnips or carrots can be cooked in the exact same way.

    If you love this recipe, please share this post with your friends on Pinterest or Facebook, or tag me on Insta! Don't forget to also please comment and star ⭐this recipe too!

    Love & Vegan Yummies,

    Louise xx (P.S. Follow me on Insta and Tik Tok!)

    📖 Recipe

    Swede Chips ready to eat.

    Spicy Swede Chips - Air Fryer or Oven

    Louise-Claire Cayzer
    An easy way to eat up Swedes (aka Rutabagas) that come in veg box! Make spiced up chips and watch them disappear.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine british
    Servings 4
    Calories 79 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Air fryer

    Ingredients Note:

    For accuracy, I measure all ingredients in metric as standard, then convert and test the recipe for American cup measurements etc.

    (Heads up Aussie and UK readers- your measurements in cups are sometimes different, so please use metric or check you have the correct cup and spoon type!!)

    Ingredients

    • 500 g (1 lb) swede (about 2 medium sized swedes)
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon flakey sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon chilli
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • other optional spices

    Instructions

    • Peel the swede and chop into even chip sized pieces.
      500 g swede
    • Roll the swede in the oil, salt and spices of choice so it is evenly coated.
      1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon flakey sea salt, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, other optional spices, 1 teaspoon chilli
    • Put in the air fryer basket then cook in the air fryer at 180°C/ 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
    • Alternatively put onto lined oven sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes, turning once at 180°C/ 350°F,
    • Serve with your favourite dip.

    Notes

    Be sure to check on the chips halfway. For the air fyer , toss around in the basket. For the oven flip them over to cook on the other side. 
    Adjust the cooking times according to how crispy you would like the chips. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 597mgPotassium: 397mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 261IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword chips, rutabaga, swede
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