Kohlrabi Fries Recipe (2024)

A delicious alternative to traditional French fries, these kohlrabi fries are tossed in a simple spice mixture and oven baked. Enjoy as they are or with your favourite dipping sauce. Either way, these homemade baked fries are super yummy!

Today I’m sharing another kohlrabi recipe that’s been in regular rotation in our home for the past little while.

Hearty greens, root veggies and cabbage grow quite well here in Newfoundland.

As kohlrabi is part of the cabbage family, I wasn’t surprised when I came across locally grown kohlrabi at the farmers’ market.

I’ve had kohlrabi in the past and it was a little pricey, but grabbed some just the other day on the cheap. I loaded up my cart and knew what had to happen. Kohlrabi all day, every day.

These kohlrabi fries are combined with avocado oil and some seasonings and are baked in about 30 minutes.

Trust me, just like regular baked fries, they don’t last long in our home!

Why We Love These Kohlrabi Fries

• They’re prepped in minutes.
• Kohlrabi fries are something a little different for when you’re trying to mix up the ol’ fry routine.
• The recipe is made with just 6 simple ingredients.
• These fries can be enjoyed on their own, with your favourite dip (I love garlic aioli with these) or as a side to a main dish.
• Of course, they taste delicious!

How To Make This Recipe

Full details are in the recipe card below, but here are the basics:

1. Prep the kohlrabi: remove the stems, leaves and tough end from the kohlrabi, slice the kohlrabi in half, cut out and discard the core and peel. You’re basically left with two halves (of each kohlrabi) at this point.
2. Turn each half down so the large flat portion is on the surface and cut into ½-inch slices
3. Cut those slices into fries.
4. Place kohlrabi fries into a clean tea towel and dab dry of any excess moisture. Then place kohlrabi fries in a bowl with some seasonings and avocado oil, tossing or stirring to coat.
5. Spread fries out onto a greased sheet pan.
6. Bake, flipping once. When they’re golden brown and tender, they’re ready to serve and enjoy!

What Do Kohlrabi Fries Taste Like?

Though kohlrabi is technically in the cabbage family, it does smell something like turnip (in my opinion) and tastes kinda like crunchy broccoli stems.

So if you’re a turnip fan (or simply a cruciferous veggie fan), chances are you’ll love these!

Do They Crisp up Like Regular Fries?

Because they’re different veggies, kohlrabi fries are not as crispy as regular potato fries.

You know how oven-baked sweet potato fries don’t get quite as crispy as regular fries? Well, kohlrabi fries bake up kinda like those.

Having said that, kohlrabi fries are a great alternative to traditional French fries, especially when you’re trying to mix things up and try something new.

Tips and Variations

• Peel your kohlrabi of the thick outer skin. It’s tough (especially tough in larger kohlrabi and does not bake up good). You’ll want to remove all of that.
• If the core of your kohlrabi is particularly fibrous, you can cut out.
• If the leaves are still attached to your kohlrabi bulbs (and in good shape), you can clean, reserve and use in another recipe.
• Cut your fries into roughly equal-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
• Mix up the spice blend with your favourite seasoning. If you want to go simple, just use salt and pepper.
• I like to garnish with chopped green onion, but you can omit. Alternatively, try chopped chives, parsley, cilantro or grated Parmesan cheese.

More Delicious Sides

• Loaded Potato Wedges
• Turnip Fries
• Roasted Kohlrabi With Garlic and Cheese

If you make these oven-baked kohlrabi fries, be sure to leave a comment below!