How to Make Spiced Turnips (Shalgam Masala) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spiced Turnips, or Shalgam Masala, is a popular Indian side dish that is bursting with flavor and warmth. The dish is made with tender, earthy turnips that are cooked to perfection in a fragrant blend of spices and aromatics. This traditional recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy the unique flavors of turnips, and it's sure to become a favorite in your household.

Turnips are a root vegetable that are often misunderstood and underappreciated, but this dish helps to showcase their natural ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 small green chile peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • salt to taste
  • 2 cups peeled and cubed turnips
  • ⅔ cup hot water
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 36 mins
  • Total Time: 56 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until soft, about 10 minutes. Stir in ginger-garlic paste and chile peppers; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir tomatoes, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and salt into the saucepan; mix well. Add turnips and hot water; stir well. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until turnips are tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Add brown sugar and coarsely mash the turnips.
  • Nutrition

    126 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 134mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 79mg
    • Calcium: 50mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 419mg