What Can I Cook With Turnip?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with turnip
Got turnip in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Turnip
1Turnip Curry
2Roasted Turnips
3Turnip Soup
4Shalgam Ki Sabzi
5Turnip Fries
6Mashed Turnips
7Turnip Gratin
8Turnip Salad
9Turnip Stew
10Pickled Turnip
11Turnip Chips
12Braised Turnips
13Turnip and Potato Mash
14Turnip Greens
15Turnip Paratha
16Glazed Turnips
17Turnip Kimchi
18Turnip Stir-Fry
19Turnip Fritters
20Cream of Turnip Soup
What Can I Cook With Turnip And...
🧅🍅With Onion + Tomato:
- →Turnip Curry
- →Shalgam Ki Sabzi
- →Turnip Stew
🍞With Bread / Roti:
- →Turnip Paratha
- →Shalgam Ki Sabzi with Roti
- →Turnip Curry with Chapati
Common Mistakes When Cooking Turnip
- ✕Don't peel young turnips - the skin is thin and edible
- ✕Peel larger turnips - the skin gets tough and bitter
- ✕Don't throw away turnip greens - they're nutritious and cook like spinach
- ✕Don't overcook turnips - they become mushy and waterlogged
- ✕Choose smaller turnips for sweeter, milder flavor
How to Store Turnip
Turnips last 2-3 weeks in the fridge. Store without greens in a plastic bag.
Learn more about turnip storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I cook with turnips?
Turnip curry, roasted turnips, turnip soup, shalgam ki sabzi, mashed turnips, or turnip fries.
Can turnips be eaten raw?
Yes, young turnips can be eaten raw in salads. They have a mild, slightly peppery flavor when raw.
What is the fastest dish to make with turnips?
Turnip stir-fry takes 10-15 minutes. Roasted turnip cubes take 25-30 minutes in the oven.
Can turnips be frozen?
Yes, blanch cubed turnips for 2 minutes and freeze for up to 8 months.
What spices go well with turnips?
Butter, garlic, thyme, cumin, mustard seeds, black pepper, nutmeg, and brown sugar complement turnips.