Recipe: Schmaltzy Hakurei Turnips With Rosemary

from Food & Wine

Try incorporating braising greens and/or other root veggies!

 

2 lbs hakurei turnips with tops 

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup, divided

2 teaspoons sherry vinegar

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste

1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

1/4 cup melted schmaltz (chicken fat) or unsalted butter, divided

1/4 cup finely chopped shallot

2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic

1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary

2 tablespoons water

 

Trim turnip stems to 1/2 inch; reserve greens. Cut trimmed turnips into 3/4-inch wedges to equal 5 cups. Coarsely chop turnip greens to equal 8 loosely packed cups. (Reserve any remaining turnips and greens for another use.)

 

Whisk together oil, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, vinegar, Dijon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add chopped turnip greens; massage to coat greens. Let stand at room temperature 20 minutes.

 

Meanwhile, toss together turnip wedges, pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons schmaltz in a bowl. Arrange turnip mixture in a single layer in a 12- to 14-inch skillet. Cook over medium-high, stirring occasionally, until turnips are crisp-tender and browned, 15 to 17 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.

 

Meanwhile, toss together turnip wedges, pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons schmaltz in a bowl. Arrange turnip mixture in a single layer in a 12- to 14-inch skillet. Cook over medium-high, stirring occasionally, until turnips are crisp-tender and browned, 15 to 17 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.