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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." — rubiabecka

Directions

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.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 10 mins
READY IN 20 mins

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Dec 02, 2011

This turned out good despite my not having any turnip greens and totally forgetting the coconut. The only thing I didn't like so much was a slight bitterness, which I'm guessing was either the mustard seed or asafoetida. But nobody else seemed to notice it but me. I will make this again.

—AUWILLIA

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Mar 17, 2013

Instead of asafoetida powder, I used a clove of garlic. This has wonderful taste, with great spices to tame down the pungency of turnips! I will be making this again!

—sueb

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7 Ratings

Mar 10, 2013

Looks and tastes good...

—Caro

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Feb 22, 2013

I hate tumeric and I hate coconut. But when you put the two together, WOW! I was halfway through cooking, tasted, and thought I was doomed. Added the coconut and fell in love. Actually, the more coconut the better! Great recipe, thanks rubiabecka.

—Terri

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Nutrition

Calories
102 kcal
5%

Carbohydrates
8.4 g
3%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
7.5 g
12%

Fiber
2.3 g
9%

Protein
1.2 g
2%

Sodium
339 mg
14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Turnip with Coconut

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 102
Calories from Fat: 68

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.5g 12 %
** Saturated Fat 1.4g 7 %
** Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
** Sodium 339mg 14 %
** Potassium 208mg 6 %
Total Carbohydrates 8.4g 3 %
** Dietary Fiber 2.3g 9 %
Protein 1.2g 2 %
** Sugars 4.1g
Vitamin A 14 %
Vitamin C 31 %
Calcium 5 %
Iron 8 %
** Thiamin 5 %
Niacin 5 %
** Vitamin B6 9 %
** Magnesium 5 %
** Folate 14 %

* 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.