You can find turnips in almost any grocery store or market, and this nutritious vegetable can add an unexpected flavor to any dish. Raw turnips resemble radishes, while cooked ones are similar to potatoes. Turnips can be sautéed, grilled, blanched, roasted, or even eaten raw. If you want to learn how to prepare them in various ways, read this article.
Ingredients
Step 1. Choose the freshest turnips.
Choose the freshest turnips. Fresh turnips have a firm skin, vibrant green tops, and feel hard to the touch. Avoid turnips with brown spots or wilted tops, as these indicate they are old. The older the turnip, the more bitter it will taste.
Step 2. Cut off the green tops with a sharp knife.
Step 3. Rinse the turnips in cool water.
Rinse the turnips in cool water. This will remove any dirt and bacteria.
Step 4. Peel the turnips.
Peel the turnips. Use a sharp knife to remove the skin. If the skin is cracked or peeling, you will need to thoroughly peel away all the old layers, similar to peeling an onion.
Sautéed Turnips
Step 1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Wait about 30 seconds for the oil to heat up properly.
Step 2. Sauté 1 cup of chopped onion in the skillet.
Step 3. Cut 3-4 turnips into thin strips.
Cut 3-4 turnips into thin strips. They should resemble French fries.
Step 4. Add the turnips to the skillet with the onions as soon as they begin to soften.
Add the turnips to the skillet with the onions as soon as the onions start to soften. Add another tablespoon of olive oil.
Step 5. Cook the turnips for 5 minutes, then reduce the heat to low.
Cook the turnips for 5 minutes, then reduce the heat to low. Continue cooking until they are tender. Then remove from heat, season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 6. Serve.
Serve. Drizzle the turnips with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, toss, and serve hot.
Grilled Turnips
Step 1. Fire up the grill.
Step 2. Cut half a kilogram of turnips into 4 pieces.
Cut half a kilogram of turnips into 4 pieces. Once done, skewer them to make grilling easier.
Step 3. Brush the turnips on both sides with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Step 4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5. Grill the turnips over medium heat until tender.
Grill the turnips over medium heat until they are tender, about 2 minutes on each side. When done, transfer the turnips to a plate.
Step 6. Sauté 1 tablespoon of garlic and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over high heat in a skillet.
Sauté 1 tablespoon of garlic and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over high heat in a skillet. Wait 1-2 minutes until the oil starts to sizzle.
Step 7. Reduce the heat to low.
Reduce the heat to low. Cook the garlic for about 2 minutes, or until it turns golden.
Step 8. Turn off the heat and add 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley and 1 teaspoon of pepper.
Turn off the heat and add 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Mix the ingredients until well combined.
Step 9. Spoon the mixture over the turnips.
Step 10. Serve.
Serve. Sprinkle the turnips with the zest of 1 lemon and serve hot.
Roasted Turnips
Step 1. Preheat the oven to 260 ºC.
Preheat the oven to 260 ºC. Place the rack in the middle position.
Step 2. Peel and cut 0.7 kg of turnips into 4 pieces.
Peel and cut 0.7 kg of turnips into 4 pieces. The pieces should resemble lemon wedges.
Step 3. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a small skillet.
Step 4. Toss the turnips with the melted butter in a small bowl.
Toss the turnips with the melted butter in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5. Place the turnips on a baking sheet.
Place the turnips on a baking sheet. Ensure that the pieces do not touch each other.
Step 6. Roast the turnips for 25-30 minutes until they are tender and golden brown.
Roast the turnips for 25-30 minutes until they are tender and golden brown. During the process, shake the baking sheet once or twice to ensure even roasting.
Step 7. Serve.
Serve. Enjoy the turnips while hot.
Preparing Turnips
Step 1. Substitute half the potatoes in your favorite recipe with turnips.
Substitute half the potatoes in your favorite recipe with turnips. Cook the turnips just as you would potatoes. This will give you a dish with a subtle, delightful flavor.
Step 2. Cut turnips and serve them raw.
Cut turnips and serve them raw. They can be eaten with salt, added to burgers, or used in place of raw onions in other dishes.
Step 3. Grate raw turnips.
Grate raw turnips using a cheese grater. Add turnips to your favorite salad for a crunchy texture and vibrant flavor.
Step 4. Make turnip mince and add it to soup.
Make turnip mince and add it to soup. Add it to your favorite soup just before cooking, similar to how you would with celery or onions. This will enrich the broth's flavor.
Step 5. Blanch the turnips.
Blanch the turnips. Cut the turnips into thick slices and blanch them in a steamer for 3-5 minutes. Place them on a baking sheet and put them in the oven at 54 ºC for about 8-10 hours. Once they feel dry and crisp, remove them from the oven and let cool. Serve dry as a snack or add to soup like crackers.
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