Why is turnip good for children?
Rich in vitamin C, turnips are root vegetable that belongs to the cabbage family. It helps you to better resist viruses and bacteria and to keep fit. Everything you need when it’s cold!
Magical associations
With its character, the turnip lends itself to contrasting blends.
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Garnish turnip salads with grilled hazelnuts or walnut kernels. the
Dare the sweet / salty. Cook the turnips in boiling water, then brown them in a little oil and butter, then add coriander, ginger, honey, sherry vinegar and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Delicious with a duck breast!
In video: 2 turnip-based recipes
Did you know?
Do not throw away the green tops! Washed well and incorporated into soups, they provide a slightly “mustard” flavor.
Low in calories, turnip is a good slimming asset to lighten slightly rich dishes (navarin, stew, etc.) without losing flavor.
Pro tips
To keep them: wrapped in a perforated bag, turnips will keep for three or four days at the bottom of the fridge.
Rinsing: a brush stroke, then rinsing under water is sufficient for early turnips.
To taste raw in a salad: they grate like carrots. And season with a vinaigrette. You can also cut them into thin slices, carpaccio style.
On the cooking side: they are resistant over time. Their flesh becomes tender while holding on well. Ideal for dishes that simmer for a long time