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Parsnip Pancakes

By: Lois Frazee 
"Instead of rice or potatoes with her meal, Mom chose these delicate pancakes that are crispy on the outside and tender inside. The parsnips have a pleasant sweetness, while the chives add a hint of onion flavor. --Lois Frazee, Gardnerville, Nevada"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.4 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (17)

Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds parsnips, peeled
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon minced chives

Directions

  1. Place parsnips in a large saucepan and cover with water; add salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and place parsnips in a large bowl; mash. Stir in the onion, flour, egg and chives.
  2. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a well-greased hot griddle. Flatten with a spatula. Fry until golden brown; turn and cook until second side is lightly browned. Drain on paper towels.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 11, 2006 by GamerChef   view full review
This was a interesting twist on what to do with parsnips. I recommend slicing the parsnips...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 27, 2010 by Swaswa   view full review
I really love parsnips, so I decided to try this recipe for something different. The basic...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2011 by KychynWych   view full review
These were fabulous--much better than I expected! The only thing I did differently was add a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2010 by BeckyR   view full review
Great side! Need a little more kick so I might try adding some more herbs next time. Or...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 27, 2010 by acawthon   view full review
Yum! Love it with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of Tony's (Chachere's), but I love...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 6, 2011 by heather559   view full review
never had parsnips before, but I bought some yesturday because they were on sale, I found this...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2011 by tinax22   view full review
Amazing! I had some trouble keeping them holding together. I switched to a nonstick pan for my...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on May 6, 2009 by ARIANNAC   view full review
Very good and slightly different. Looking forward to enjoying this recipe again soon.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2008 by JULLUM   view full review
These were a hit - everyone liked them a lot. We ate them with sour cream, like regular...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.4 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 14, 2011 by tsibaja   view full review
My picky family loved these pancakes. They were flavorful with out being overwhelming. ...

 

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