Turnips are often underappreciated, but they can be transformed into a delightful dish when fried with bacon. This combination offers a unique blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. The sweetness of the turnips is perfectly complemented by the savory smokiness of the bacon, while the crisp exterior and tender interior of the turnips provide a delightful contrast. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.
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PAN-FRIED BACON
Provided by Keto Bestest
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Step 1 Cook or heat pre-cooked 3-4 slices of bacon*. Set aside
- Step 2 Chop 1/2 to 1 medium onion
- Step 3 Mince 2-3 cloves of garlic
- Step 4 Peel and slice 2-3 turnips (thick or thin)**
- Step 5 Heat approx. 2 tablespoon of oil in a cast-iron or other large skillet (I prefer coconut oil)
- Step 6 Start frying the turnips on medium until they start to soften
- Step 7 Add onions and continue frying
- Step 8 When the turnips are almost fully cooked (tender), add garlic
- Step 9 Turn off heat, crumble and add bacon, and combine
- Step 10 Serve immediately!
TURNIPS FRIED WITH BACON
Always in search of low carb side dishes, I threw this together one night for dinner. Also works well for breakfast with eggs and bacon or sausage or ham.
Provided by Sooz Cooks
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place cubed turnips in a covered microwave-proof dish along with 1 tablespoons of water. Microwave on high for 7 minutes. Remove and drain well.
- In a non-stick skillet on medium high heat, cook the bacon until they just begin to turn brown.
- Add onion and saute until onion becomes translucent.
- Stir in turnips and saute for another 5 - 7 minutes or until the turnps are cripsy and a bit brown on the outside.
FRIED TURNIPS
My grandmother made these when I was a kid...and I searched the web for a recipe...with no luck...so I gave it a try tonite and the result was very good...i know that what I did wasn't the way that granny did it...but hey...the end result was still good..
Provided by philcraine
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Peel turnips and slice.
- Add butter to skillet, along with a few drops of oil to keep the butter from burning.
- Melt butter, then add the sugar, stirring almost continously.
- Add the turnips, and additional oil, and bring the turnips to a hard fry, then reduce heat, and cover.
- Cook, stirring often, until the turnips are browned and done -- then enjoy.
- I had them tonite with steak and crab legs -- but am looking forward to pinto beans, corn bread and country fried steak.
- Yum -- .
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.8, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 143, Carbohydrate 13, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 8.9, Protein 1.4
GLAZED TURNIPS WITH BACON
Turnips have an inherent sweetness that is highlighted by the syrup, cider vinegar and Dijon mustard combination used to make the bright glaze. The smokiness of the bacon provides a savory counterpoint.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium, stirring frequently, until browned and most of fat is rendered, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Add turnips, broth, maple syrup, vinegar, and mustard to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until turnips are knife-tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Uncover and increase heat to medium. Add butter and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens to a glaze that evenly coats turnips, 10 to 12 minutes. Top with bacon; serve.
MOM'S TURNIPS
Even those who hate turnips will change their tune after trying this recipe, trust me.
Provided by Karen
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add turnips; cook until tender but still firm. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl to cool.
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Crumble and set aside. Reserve bacon fat.
- In the large bowl, combine turnips, bacon, reserved bacon fat and brown sugar. Mix together and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 27.5 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 622.8 mg, Sugar 20.1 g
SKILLET TURNIPS AND POTATOES WITH BACON
Provided by Lidia Bastianich
Categories Potato Side Sauté Quick & Easy High Fiber Bacon Turnip Fall Bon Appétit Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix 1/4 cup water, vinegar, and sugar in small bowl. Combine oil and bacon in heavy large skillet; sauté over medium-high heat until fat is rendered, 3 to 4 minutes. Add onion and garlic; sauté until onion is golden, about 5 minutes. Add turnips and potatoes; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon sea salt and toss 5 minutes. Reduce heat to mediumlow, cover, and cook until vegetables are almost tender, stirring and turning vegetables occasionally, about 15 minutes.
- Push vegetables to 1 side of skillet. Pour vinegar mixture into cleared space. Toss vegetables with vinegar mixture. Spread vegetables in even layer in skillet; cook until golden and slightly crisp on bottom, about 4 minutes. Turn vegetables over; spread in even layer and cook until browned and slightly crisp on bottom, about 4 minutes. Continue to turn, spread, and cook vegetables until tender, golden, and crisp around edges, 7 to 8 minutes longer. Season with more sea salt and black pepper. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with parsley.
SLICED TURNIP & BACON BAKE
Make the most of turnips with this flavoursome recipe, perfect with slow cooked lamb, or as main course
Provided by Barney Desmazery
Categories Dinner, Main course, Side dish, Vegetable
Time 2h
Yield As a side dish
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Heat half the butter in an ovenproof frying pan. Add the bacon and cook for a few mins, then add the thyme and onions, season and cook for a further 8-10 mins until the onions are soft and golden. Scoop the onions into a bowl, leaving the buttery juices in the pan.
- Off the heat, layer the sliced turnips in the pan with a scattering of fried onions, a sprinkling of cheese and some dots of butter between the layers. Season with a little salt and plenty of pepper as you go. Cover the pan with foil and bake for 1-1¼ hrs until the turnips are tender when prodded with the point of a knife. Leave the cake to relax for 5 mins. Turn it upside down onto a plate or board, then cut into wedges and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 15 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 1.26 milligram of sodium
TURNIP GREENS WITH BACON
Coffee and balsamic vinegar give these turnip greens with bacon, a Southern favorite, a great depth and kick.
Provided by MitchJGray
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place bacon and onion in a large skillet and cook over medium heat, covered, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and onions are translucent, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Place turnip greens into the skillet, a handful at a time if necessary, until wilted down, 5 to 7 minutes. Add coffee, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Taste the liquid and adjust seasonings if necessary. Reduce heat to low or medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes more.
- Uncover and cook until liquid has reduced and greens are tender, about 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 269.2 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, young turnips for the best flavor and texture.
- Peel and cube the turnips evenly so they cook at the same rate.
- Use a heavy skillet or Dutch oven to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the turnips from burning.
- Cook the turnips over medium heat until they are tender but still slightly firm, about 10 minutes.
- Add the bacon and cook until it is crispy, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the brown sugar, vinegar, and mustard and cook for 1 minute more.
- Serve the turnips and bacon immediately, garnished with parsley.
Conclusion:
Fried turnips with bacon is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover mashed turnips. The turnips are tender and slightly sweet, while the bacon adds a smoky, salty flavor. The brown sugar, vinegar, and mustard add a tangy, sweet-and-sour flavor that complements the turnips and bacon perfectly. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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