Recipe Week of May 29 - June 4, 2023

Crispy Sesame Tokyo Turnips

Since Tokyo turnips are packed with health benefits, we wanted to share a recipe to help you incorporate these little guys into your diet. 

Check out this delicious yet simple recipe (serves 4) modified from @apurepalate  (For more complete directions and step-by-step photos, visit apurepalate.com.)

INGREDIENTS

  • 6 Tokyo turnips, sliced in half

  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

  • 2 tbs Toasted Sesame Oil

  • 1 tbs Soy Sauce

  • 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt


INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Wash the turnips. Remove the greens from the bulb and leave about ½ inch of the stem. Slice the turnips in half lengthwise.

  2. Use a mandolin to slice the garlic thin as paper.

  3. Place a pot of water over high heat and salt until “salty like the sea.” Boil, then submerge the turnips. Cook for 30-40 seconds until the turnips are tender but still have a crunch.

  4. Strain the turnips and submerge in ice-cold water to stop the cooking process. 

  5. Place a large sauté pan over moderate heat and coat with sesame oil. When the oil has ripples and starts to smoke, for about 1 minute, add the turnips flat side down in the pan.

  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they have a golden-brown crust.

  7. Flip, reduce the flame to low, and season with a pinch of salt. Add the garlic and continue to cook for 2 mins until the garlic has infused in the oil and is slightly crispy and the turnips are coated in the infused oil.

  8. Add soy sauce and cook for 30-40 seconds. Lift the garlic from the bottom of the pan into the sauce with a wooden spoon or tongs. Toss with tongs so everything is mixed, and the turnips are coated in the sauce.

Serve and enjoy!

Jim Tinsky