Maple Glazed Turnips
Transform simple ingredients into a show-stopping side dish with this Maple Glazed Turnips recipe, a delightful balance of earthy, savory, and sweet flavors. Tender turnip cubes are sautéed in butter and bathed in a luscious glaze of maple syrup and brown sugar, with just a hint of black pepper for depth and complexity. The dish is finished with a glossy coating that highlights the caramelized edges and can be elevated further with a sprinkle of fresh thyme. In just 30 minutes, this recipe provides a quick and elegant accompaniment to roasted meats or holiday feasts. Perfect for home cooks seeking an easy yet gourmet vegetable side, these maple-glazed turnips bring seasonal warmth to your table.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium turnips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the turnips and cut them into evenly sized cubes, approximately 1-inch in size.
Step 2
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the turnips to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to brown slightly.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the maple syrup, brown sugar, water, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the turnips cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and the liquid has begun to reduce.
Step 6
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium. Continue cooking for an additional 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the glaze thickens and coats the turnips.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Step 8
Transfer the glazed turnips to a serving dish and garnish with fresh thyme if desired.
Step 9
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 663.1 grams (663.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 522 |
| Total Fat 24.50g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat 14.10g | 71% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium 1539mg | 67% |
| Total Carbohydrate 79.50g | 29% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.60g | 34% |
| Total Sugars 65.00g | |
| Protein 4.90g | 10% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 174mg | 13% |
| Iron 2mg | 10% |
| Potassium 1014mg | 22% |
Source of Calories