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Turnip is a traditional British winter vegetable. It's often confused with swede, but it's actually quite different.
Turnips are usually smaller, with purple on their skin and creamy white flesh. Swedes are larger, with tougher dark skin and orange-coloured flesh.
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About Turnip |
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Turnips are often considered a "poor man's food", because they are easy to grow, even in poor soils, and store well.
The "roots" provide slow release, complex carbohydrates and are rich in vitamins and minerals. The leaves (turnip greens) are an excellent source of vitamin C and calcium.
They were cultivated by the Ancient Romans and there is evidence of them in India dating back to 1500 BC.
Turnips store well, so are often available much of the year. However, they are in season from October to December in the UK.
Did you know...?
The "root" of a turnip isn't actually the root - it's actually a swollen stalk. |
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How To Choose |
A fresh turnip should feel firm and heavy for its size (so it hasn't dried out or gone woody).
If you're buying the leaves, they should be bright green and crisp.
Small turnips are sweeter and smoother than large ones, which tend to be fibrous and may have an over-powering flavour. |
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How To Store |
Turnip greens will keep in the fridge for a couple of days.
Turnip roots (stalks) will keep for a week or two in a cool, dark place. |
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How To Use |
Turnips are usually peeled with a potato peeler, unless they're very young, in which case you might want to eat the skin.
Chop off the leaves and long root. Then slice or chop into chunks and:
Boiled or Steamed Turnip
Boil for 20 minutes
Or...
Steam for 20 minutes
Or...
Roasted Turnip
Roast in a little vegetable oil for 45 minutes |
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