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wadesgirl said:I thought of it as a crunchy "sweet" potato - like a cross of a potato and an apple.
loreo said:So thankful for this thread! Last night my host was so proud that she was able to find a jicama. Went to prep it and it was ...a rutabaga!!!
Fortunately she had an apple and all was well!
Live and learn
amyscookinggear said:Grocery stores to try:
Walmart
Any Mexican Grocery store (I drove all over and it just dawned on me that there is a Mexican Grocery store next door)
wadesgirl said:Oops!! Did you try it to see a difference?
gailz2 said:We were introduced to Jicama on our trip to Mexico last fall. They consider it like a potato, serve it raw, in wedges with lime and salt on it. I had a waiter bring one to me so I'd know what it was. I never thought of it as being sweet, but is a great snack for kids.
Malinda Klein said:jicama - pronounce it like "hick"+ "a"+ "Ma"
I couldn't find a jicama at Walmart. The lady said they come in occasionally...
wadesgirl said:I guess when I say sweet I mean it reminds me a lot of a potato but has a little bit of a sweeter taste to it than a potato.
esavvymom said:I've made mine without, and I've used Granny Smith apples. Both work well for the salsa.. For the Cool & Crunchy Chicken Tacos/Salad- I used the apple.
BUT, my host on Saturday had found the jicama at a Food Lion! (To me, it's like the "lowest" grocery store in our area for selection. I was then able to find it at a Food Lion near me as well. I haven't tried my other stores....I've asked at most of them and no one knew what I was even talking about. But when I found it at Food Lion- it was in the section with the various Squash. My host said near their loose potatoes and squash. It has the shape of a large vidalia onion- but a skin like a white potato or ginger.
We did learn at the show that jicama is a tougher fruit/veggie to chop - it got wedged in the blades of the MFP. But once we got it off the blades, it chopped up ok. (It was my first time using the jicama.)
Rhonda-Roo said:I'm in southern Indiana & found one at Meijers. We tried the Jicama in the salsa last week & it was terrible! We gave the salsa to a friend. I'm not sure if they ate it, but there was no way I could. I'm not a picky eater, but this was NASTY! I had never tasted Jicama before so I didn't know what to expect. There was no sign so I never would have found it if it wasn't for a young employee who showed us where they were. How can you tell if you have a bad one?
Rhonda-Roo said:I'm in southern Indiana & found one at Meijers. We tried the Jicama in the salsa last week & it was terrible! We gave the salsa to a friend. I'm not sure if they ate it, but there was no way I could. I'm not a picky eater, but this was NASTY! I had never tasted Jicama before so I didn't know what to expect. There was no sign so I never would have found it if it wasn't for a young employee who showed us where they were. How can you tell if you have a bad one?
Rhonda-Roo said:Well, it looked like the picture Bobbi posted. It had a wax on the outside but it had a funny smell. My boyfriend said it smelled like old dirty socks. lol Since there's so many people that like the salsa with the Jicama, I will have to buy another one & try it again.
Rhonda-Roo said:Well, it looked like the picture Bobbi posted. It had a wax on the outside but it had a funny smell. My boyfriend said it smelled like old dirty socks. lol Since there's so many people that like the salsa with the Jicama, I will have to buy another one & try it again.
Yes, there are several alternative options that you can use in place of jicama for salsa. Some popular options include cucumber, radishes, and even apples. These options will provide a similar crunchy texture and add a unique flavor to your salsa.
The preparation method will vary depending on the vegetable you choose. For cucumber, you can peel and dice it into small pieces. For radishes, you can thinly slice or grate them. And for apples, you can peel and chop them into small cubes. Make sure to remove any seeds or tough skin before adding the vegetables to your salsa.
Yes, using alternative vegetables will add a different flavor to your salsa. For example, using radishes will add a spicy kick, while apples will add a slightly sweet taste. Experiment with different vegetables to find the flavor you prefer.
Absolutely! In fact, using a variety of vegetables can create a more complex and flavorful salsa. Try mixing and matching different options to find your perfect combination.
Most grocery stores should carry these alternative vegetables, but if you are having trouble finding them, consider checking out your local farmer's market. You can also try growing them in your own garden for a fresh and affordable option.