Up until recently we enjoyed kohlrabi best either raw or pickled, but now we're all about the kohlrabi fry.This recipe has absolutely nailed the perfect combination of texture and flavour. The fries are coated in a savoury curry and chickpea mixture that gets fragrant and crisps up nicely in hot oil, the center of the fry stays snappy due to kohlrabi's natural crisp texture, and the yogurt dip brings a sour/creamy element to balance out the fat and salt of the fries. They're addictive!
Curried Kohlrabi Fries
Parsley-Yogurt Sauce
3/4 cup full fat plain yogurt
1 small clove of garlic, minced
2 Tablespoons minced parsley (or sub cilantro)
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
pinch of salt
Curried Kohlrabi Fries
1 1/2 - 2 pounds kohlrabi, peeled
2 1/2 Tablespoons chickpea flour (can sub with all purpose flour but chickpea is best)
2 teaspoon curry power
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
pinch of salt
4 Tablespoons veg oil
Minced parsley or cilantro for serving
Flakey sea salt for serving
Whisk together all the ingredients for the yogurt sauce. Taste test and adjust flavors as necessary. Set aside.
Slice the peeled kohlrabi into 1/2 inch thick rounds Slice each round into thin strips (about 1/2 inch thick).
In a large bowl whisk together the flour, curry powder, red pepper flakes and salt. Add the kohlrabi and toss until evenly coated.
Heat the oil in a large heavy bottom cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the kohlrabi in a single layer (you may have to work in batches). Cook on one side until browned, about 2 minutes. Flip and continue to cook until all sides are a dark-golden brown. The whole process of frying should only take about 5-6 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain on paper towels.
Serve with minced parsley or cilantro, flaky sea salt and the yogurt dipping sauce.