what are jicama wraps?
If you shop at Trader Joe’s, you’ve probably seen Trader Joe’s jicama wraps and have wondered…what are those? Well, they’re thin slices of jicama rounds that are cut using a commercial mandolin. And they’re so tasty. AND…you can make a mini version at home! Jicama wraps make a great low-carb tortilla alternative and are a fun way to pack in some more veggies. A single wrap has nearly no carbs (1.3 net carbs, to be exact), but when heated up they taste very similar to flour tortillas once cooked (when raw and unflavored, jicama tastes somewhere in between a water chestnut, a radish, and an apple). Use them in any way you would use a corn street taco tortilla!
Why you’ll love it
Perfect for the home cook because you only need a normal-size mandolin. Unlike store-bought ones that are much larger, these are smaller in size, more like a corn tortilla. The minimal prep work required is to peel the jicamas – seriously that’s it! You can freeze the wraps meaning you can make a large batch and have them for months to come!
Ingredients for jicama wraps
These wraps require very minimal ingredients. They are intended to be used as a simple base, so there isn’t a need for a lot of seasoning for flavor.
Jicama: This starchy root vegetable resembles a potato but has the texture of an apple. It packs in more fiber and fewer carbs per serving than a traditional white potato. Try to pick ones that are 2-3″ in diameter (no bigger than the size of your mandolin slicer). Oil & Spices: They’re brushed with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and cumin for a little extra flavor!
How to make jicama tortillas
Storage
Any leftover wraps that have been cooked can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container. To reheat, pop them in a skillet to reheat. If you want to freeze them, freeze them before cooking and then saute them in a skillet when ready to use.
Why this Recipe Works
They look like tortillas which is half of the battle. We eat with our eyes first so it’s important when replicating something else that it looks similar. They are so easy to make because it’s just slicing and baking – that’s it! Low carb and high in fiber making these a great option for those on the keto diet and a sneaky way to enjoy more vegetables.
How to use jicama wraps
These wraps can be used in almost any way a tortilla can. Here are our favorite ways to use them.
Make street tacos using Beyond Steak Plant-Based Seared Tips, onions, finely chopped cilantro, and lime juice (like I did for these photos). Stuff them with easy mushroom carnitas, chickpea taco, or hibiscus taco filling. Serve your tacos alongside vegan refried beans, healthy guacamole, and easy mango salsa.
