Best 8 Braised Turnips Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, braised turnips stand out as a testament to the transformative power of slow cooking. This humble root vegetable, often overlooked in the vibrant tapestry of flavors, undergoes a remarkable metamorphosis when subjected to the gentle caress of heat and aromatic liquids. The resulting dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, where the turnips emerge tender and yielding, imbued with a rich, savory essence.

Our curated collection of braised turnip recipes offers a diverse array of culinary adventures, each with its unique flavor profile and cooking technique. From the classic French approach of braising turnips in butter and stock, to the vibrant North African tagine infused with spices and dried fruits, these recipes showcase the versatility and global appeal of this often-underrated vegetable.

Whether you seek a comforting side dish to accompany your favorite protein, a hearty vegetarian main course, or a delightful appetizer to tantalize your taste buds, our braised turnip recipes have something for every palate and occasion. Each recipe is carefully crafted to guide you through the process, ensuring that you achieve tender, flavorful turnips that will delight your senses and leave you craving more.

So, embark on a culinary journey with us and discover the hidden culinary treasures of braised turnips. Let these recipes inspire you to create unforgettable meals that showcase the beauty and versatility of this often-overlooked vegetable.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BRAISED TURNIPS



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Provided by Amanda Freitag

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons butter
2 pounds baby turnips with greens, turnips quartered and greens chopped
2 pounds baby turnips with greens, turnips quartered and greens chopped
1 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add the butter to a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the turnips to the pan and cook until slightly browned and just tender, about 10 minutes. Add the greens and stock, and simmer until the turnips are cooked through and greens are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in the vinegar and season with salt and pepper to serve.

BRAISED TURNIPS AND RADISHES



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 3 or 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound (total) turnips and radishes
Salt
2 tablespoons butter or flavorful oil, like olive or peanut

Steps:

  • Peel vegetables, or not; quarter turnips if necessary to make them about same size as radishes. Put in saucepan with pinch of salt, butter or oil, and water to come up about halfway to their height. Cover and turn heat to medium-high.
  • Simmer until vegetables are just about tender, 10 to 20 minutes. Uncover and continue to cook until vegetables are shiny and glazed with their juices. Add more salt if necessary and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 37, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 273 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

BRAISED VEAL SHANKS WITH CARROTS, PARSNIPS, AND TURNIPS



Braised Veal Shanks with Carrots, Parsnips, and Turnips image

Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 veal shanks, with the bone in the center surrounded by meat, cut into 8 to 10 ounce portions
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup diced carrots
1 cup diced parsnips
1/2 cup diced turnips
4 cloves of garlic, left whole, peeled
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup chicken stock or beef and veal stock
Chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Season the veal with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet and sear the veal shanks over high heat on all sides until well browned, about 10 minutes. Remove the browned veal shanks from the skillet and place them in an ovenproof casserole. To the same skillet in which you browned the veal, add the diced vegetables, along with the whole garlic cloves, and saute them for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • When the vegetables have begun to cook and wilt, add the tomato paste and combine thoroughly. Be careful not to burn the tomato paste. Add the white wine and the chicken or veal stock and bring to a boil. Carefully pour the vegetable liquid mixture over the veal shanks in the casserole and braise covered in a preheated 350 degree oven for 1 hour and 45 minutes. The veal should be fork tender, with the meat just beginning to separate from the bone when you remove them from the oven. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.

CHINESE-STYLE BRAISED BEEF WITH TURNIPS



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Categories     Beef     Vegetable     Braise     Quick & Easy     Turnip     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons medium-dry Sherry
two 1/4-inch slices of fresh gingerroot, flattened with the flat side of a large knife
a 3-inch cinnamon stick, broken into large pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon aniseed
1 pound boneless chuck, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 pound turnips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon cold water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander or parsley leaves for garnish if desired
cooked rice as an accompaniment if desired

Steps:

  • In a 1 1/2-quart microwave-safe dish stir together the water, the soy sauce, the Sherry, the gingerroot, the cinnamon, the sugar, the salt, and the aniseed, add the chuck, spreading it evenly, and microwave the mixture, covered, at high power (100%) for 20 minutes. Stir in the turnips and microwave the mixture, covered, at high power for 15 minutes. Stir the cornstarch mixture, stir it into the stew, and microwave the stew, covered, at high power for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the stew with the coriander and serve it with the rice.

SOY-BRAISED PORK COUNTRY RIBS WITH CARROTS AND TURNIPS



Soy-Braised Pork Country Ribs with Carrots and Turnips image

Provided by Molly Stevens

Categories     Pork     Soy     Braise     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Pork Rib     Carrot     Turnip     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup low-salt chicken broth
3 tablespoons dry Sherry
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon (packed) golden brown sugar
1 teaspoon hot chili paste (such as sambal oelek)
2 1/2 pounds boneless pork shoulder (Boston butt), cut into 5 x 1 1/2-inch strips (sometimes called boneless country-style pork ribs)
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 green onions; white and pale green parts finely chopped, green parts thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
3 whole star anise
3 long strips orange peel removed from orange with vegetable peeler
3/4 pound carrots, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 pound turnips, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
Steamed white rice
Ingredient info: Hot chili paste (such as sambal oelek) can be found in the Asian foods section of many supermarkets and at Asian markets. Look for whole star anise- brown star-shaped seedpods-in the spice section of some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores and Asian markets.

Steps:

  • Whisk chicken broth, Sherry, soy sauce, brown sugar, and hot chili paste in small bowl to blend; set aside. Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper. Heat peanut oil in heavy large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook ribs until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer ribs to plate. Reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion to skillet and sauté until soft, about 4 minutes. Add white parts of green onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add chicken broth mixture, stirring to scrape up any browned bits. Add star anise and orange peel; bring to simmer.
  • Return ribs to same skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 30 minutes. Add carrots and turnips to skillet, pushing to submerge in sauce. Cover and simmer until vegetables and ribs are tender, gently stirring mixture occasionally, about 30 minutes longer. Transfer mixture to platter. Serve with steamed rice.

LAMB BRAISED WITH WHITE BEANS AND TURNIPS



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Bordeaux is more distinctive for wines than food, though its vinously sauced dishes are famous, as is its lamb from Pauillac. Indeed, while tasting, it struck me that succulent lamb, with slightly gamy fat, would best unpin the tight embrace of the 2008 vintage from the Médoc. I braised chunks of lamb shoulder in wine, gave the dish an edge with lemon zest and white turnips, and added buttery white beans, a classic partner for lamb. If you like canned beans, rinse and drain them, and add in place of the cooked beans, with the turnips, during final simmering.

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup dried white cannellini, Tarbais or great northern beans
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 pounds lamb shoulder in 2-inch chunks, with bone
Salt and black pepper
8 medium white turnips (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and quartered
1 cup (about 2) finely chopped leeks
4 large cloves garlic, sliced
Grated zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
1 1/2 cups veal or chicken stock (a bit more if reheating; see Step 5)

Steps:

  • Place beans in a bowl, cover with water to a depth of 2 inches and soak 8 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oil on medium-high in a 4-quart stovetop casserole or deep sauté pan. Season lamb with salt and pepper, add to pan and brown. Remove to a platter. Add turnips and brown lightly. Remove to a bowl. Reduce heat to low. Add leeks and garlic, and sauté until softened. Stir in lemon zest, rosemary and wine. Return lamb to pan, cover and simmer on low 1 hour.
  • While meat cooks, drain beans, place in a saucepan with 3 cups water, bring to a simmer, cover and cook 1 hour. Beans should be tender; if not, cook another 15 minutes.
  • After 1 hour, lamb should also be tender. Remove it, leaving all liquid in the pot. Drain beans and add to the pot. Add turnips and 1.5 cups stock. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Tuck lamb back in, cover and cook on low 30 to 45 minutes, until all is very tender.
  • Transfer to a deep platter and serve, garnished with rosemary. Or set aside, reheat (you may need a little stock) and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1179, UnsaturatedFat 42 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 81 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 64 grams, SaturatedFat 33 grams, Sodium 1813 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

BEER BRAISED TURNIPS



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Turnips are a tough sell, but I find myself liking the bitterness more as I get older! These are sweet, deep, and mark the first time I have ever heard the phrase 'Can I finish the turnips?' This is a great side for turkey or pork roast.

Provided by Jacqueline

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 1h15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large turnip - peeled, halved lengthwise, and sliced 1/2-inch thick
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
1 (12 fluid ounce) bottle dark beer, or amount to cover
1 pinch dried savory
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the turnip in a pot with enough cold, salted water to cover. Bring the water to a boil and cook until the turnips are soft, about 7 minutes; drain. Transfer the turnips to a shallow baking dish. Dot the top of the turnips with pieces of butter. Pour enough of the beer into the dish to cover the turnips. Season with savory and salt.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the beer is mostly cooked off and the turnip is tender, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 150.3 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

BRAISED WHITE TURNIPS



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Categories     Nut     Vegetable     Side     Braise     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Rosemary     Healthy     Kosher     Vegan

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large turnips
Olive oil (just enough to sear turnips, depends on how big your pan and turnips are)
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup white wine
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
4 cloves fresh garlic, chopped
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped shallots or white onion (I prefer the more subtle shallot, but I know a lot of people like the stronger flavor of white onion.)
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • To get started, remove turnip greens (you can use these for something else later), wash turnips and cut into wedges. Pan sear turnips in olive or other oil until they get slightly browned. In a pot, add about 1/2-cup vegetable stock and 1/2-cup white wine. The trick to braising is to use just enough liquid that it doesn't quite cover your meat or veggies. Once turnips are browned, add them to the pot of liquid, along with rosemary, garlic, shallots or onion (I used shallots), salt and pepper. (Add peanut sauce now if using it.) Cover pot with lid, and let simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes, until turnips are nice and tender. Discard rosemary sprigs, and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right turnips: Look for turnips that are small and firm, with smooth skin and no blemishes. Avoid turnips that are large, soft, or have cracks or bruises.
  • Peel the turnips thinly: This will help the turnips cook evenly and prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Brown the turnips before braising: This will add flavor and color to the dish.
  • Use a flavorful braising liquid: The liquid should be flavorful enough to infuse the turnips with flavor. Good options include chicken broth, beef broth, vegetable broth, or water with added herbs, spices, and vegetables.
  • Cook the turnips until they are tender: The turnips should be tender enough to be easily pierced with a fork, but not so tender that they fall apart.
  • Serve the turnips hot: Braised turnips are best served hot, with a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

Braised turnips are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning and effort, you can create a braised turnip dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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