Kohlrabi with White Sauce

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When I was a nanny in Germany, this traditional kohlrabi recipe was one I'd often make for the family. Tender kohlrabi cubes drenched in a creamy white sauce with a hint of nutmeg is a simple, mild, but flavorful side dish. Try this sauce over baked or fried potatoes, too.

Submitted by Valerie S
Updated on September 6, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 4 kohlrabi bulbs, peeled and cubed

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup milk

  • 3 tablespoons cream

  • 2 teaspoons white pepper

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • ½ bunch fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

  1. Place kohlrabi and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Cover with water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until kohlrabi can be pierced with a fork, but remains firm, about 5 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water. Place kohlrabi in a bowl and cover.

  2. Place butter into the same saucepan and melt over medium heat. Whisk in flour and stir until mixture becomes paste-like and golden brown. Gradually whisk milk and reserved 1 cup cooking water into flour mixture, stirring until thick and smooth.

  3. Stir in cream, white pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, and nutmeg. Mix in parsley until well blended. Continue whisking until sauce thickens, then cook 10 minutes more. Stir in kohlrabi, tossing to coat evenly with sauce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

91 Calories
6g Fat
8g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 91
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 7%
Saturated Fat 4g 18%
Cholesterol 18mg 6%
Sodium 487mg 21%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 3g 5%
Vitamin C 49mg 54%
Calcium 65mg 5%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 321mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.