Keto Celery Root Side Dish

2 servings

12 minutes

Celery root keto garnish is an amazing alternative to traditional French fries, created for low-carb diet lovers. Celery, with its subtle nutty flavor and slight spiciness, turns into a crispy and aromatic treat when fried. The spices add depth: black pepper adds sharpness, sea salt enhances the natural sweetness of the root vegetable, and sumac brings citrus notes. This garnish pairs perfectly with meat dishes or can serve as a standalone snack. Its ease of preparation makes it an excellent choice for a quick dinner. Celery fried in olive oil becomes golden, soft inside and crispy outside – a true delight for gourmets seeking healthy and tasty alternatives to classic garnishes.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 407.2
• Proteins: 2g
• Fats: 40.4g
• Carbohydrates: 9.8g

Ingredients

• Celery root: 1 pc
• Refined olive oil: 4 tbsp
• Coarse sea salt: pinch
• Sea salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Sumac: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Clean the celery root.

   Required ingredients:

   • Celery root: 1 piece

2. First, cut it in half.

3. Heat the oil in a pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Refined olive oil: 4 tablespoons

4. Add a couple of pinches of coarse salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Coarse sea salt:  pinch

5. Cut the celery into sticks like French fries.

6. Fry on high heat.

7. Add a little salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sea salt:  to taste

8. Season with black pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

9. Then add sumac. Mix it. Fry for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sumac:  to taste

10. Serve hot.