Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley for a burst of freshness and vibrant color. Serve these spiced turnips alongside basmati rice or warm naan bread to complete the meal. Adjust the amount of green chile peppers according to your preference for heat. For a milder dish, remove the seeds and membranes from the peppers or use a milder variety. For a spicier dish, leave the seeds in or add a pinch of cayenne pepper. For a richer flavor, you can use ghee (clarified butter) instead of vegetable oil. You can also add a tablespoon of cream or yogurt at the end of cooking for extra creaminess.
Spiced Turnips (Shalgam Masala)
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME36 mins
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TOTAL TIME56 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS33
Transform humble turnips into an exotic and flavorful dish with this Northern Indian-inspired recipe. A delightful fusion of aromatic spices and subtle sweetness, these spiced turnips are a comforting and vibrant side dish, perfect for adding a touch of warmth to any meal.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate14 g
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Fiber3 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium134 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
8 mins
Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
02
Step
1 mins
Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and chopped green chile peppers. Cook until fragrant, releasing their aromas, about 1 minute.
03
Step
1 mins
Add the chopped tomatoes, ground coriander, ground cumin, ground turmeric, and salt to the saucepan. Mix well to combine all the spices. Add the peeled and cubed turnips and hot water. Stir well to ensure the turnips are coated in the spice mixture. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the turnips are tender, about 25-30 minutes.
04
Step
25 mins
Once the turnips are tender, stir in the brown sugar and coarsely mash the turnips to your desired consistency.
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Curt Ritchie
Jun 28, 2025I substituted sweet potatoes for turnips and it was still amazing!
German Mosciski
May 26, 2025This is a great way to use up turnips from my garden.
Matilda Klocko
May 23, 2025Absolutely delicious! The perfect blend of spices. I will definitely be making this again.
Amaya Yost
Apr 11, 2025The spices are perfectly balanced. My family devoured it!
Myles Dietrich
Apr 10, 2025I added a pinch of garam masala at the end for extra warmth. Delicious!
Shyann Hand
Feb 25, 2025This has become a staple in my house. Thank you!
Vena Lefflerleuschke
Feb 16, 2025This recipe is amazing! I never thought I could love turnips this much.
Khalil Lubowitz
Feb 11, 2025So easy to make, and the flavor is incredible!
Hallie Johnson
Feb 7, 2025I’ve always hated turnips, but this recipe changed my mind!
Shyann Hand
Feb 5, 2025I made this for a vegetarian friend, and they were blown away.