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Turnips with Bacon and Pickled Mustard Seeds

Savory Turnips with Bacon and Pickled Mustard Seeds Delight

Delicious Turnips with Bacon and Pickled Mustard Seeds, a quick and impressive side dish for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Turnips
  • 1 lb Hakurei turnips Other small varieties can work in a pinch.
For the Bacon
  • 4 slices Thick-cut bacon Turkey bacon is a lighter alternative if desired.
For the Pickled Mustard Seeds
  • 2 tbsp Pickled mustard seeds Store-bought or homemade for a gourmet touch.
For Cooking
  • 1 tbsp Oil Use for frying or roasting; olive oil is a great substitute.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing and peeling the Hakurei turnips thoroughly. Slice them into bite-sized pieces, about an inch in size.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the thick-cut bacon slices. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
  3. In the same skillet, add the prepared turnips. Sauté over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and slightly golden.
  4. Crumble the crispy bacon into bite-sized pieces and add it to the sautéed turnips along with the pickled mustard seeds. Gently mix everything together.
  5. Transfer the turnips with bacon and pickled mustard seeds to a serving dish while warm. Garnish with additional mustard seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Choose small Hakurei turnips for their sweet flavor. Adjust pickled mustard seeds based on personal preference.

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