Turnip with Coconut

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My Indian mother-in-law makes this yummy side with turnips, but I actually like it best with celeriac. It could probably be adapted to any root-type vegetable. Hing (asafoetida powder) does not add to the flavor; it is actually to aid in digestion, so it is somewhat optional.

Submitted by rubiabecka
Published on April 3, 2019
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • ½ teaspoon mustard seed

  • ¼ teaspoon asafoetida powder

  • 2 turnips, quartered and sliced thinly

  • 4 fresh turnip leaves, chopped

  • ½ onion, minced

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 teaspoon turmeric

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • 1 tablespoon shredded coconut

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a skillet over high heat; cook the mustard seeds in the hot oil until the seeds no longer are crackling. Stir the asafoetida powder into the mustard seeds; add the turnips, turnip leaves, and onion to the skillet. Season the mixture with the paprika, turmeric, and salt. Pour the water over the mixture, place a cover on the skillet, reduce heat to medium, and cook until the turnip is cooked yet remains crunchy, 5 to 7 minutes. Return heat to high to cook off any excess water. Mix the coconut into the mixture just before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

102 Calories
8g Fat
8g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 102
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Sodium 339mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 8g 3%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 40mg 3%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 208mg 4%

* 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.