Carrot and swede mash
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
131 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
International
Carrot and swede mash
Description
Carrot and swede mash is made by peeling and slicing equal weights of carrot and swede, which are cooked in salted water until tender. After draining, butter, cream, ground black pepper, nutmeg, and fresh orange zest are added. The mixture is then mashed to a preferred consistency, either by hand or using a food processor for a finer texture. Fresh thyme sprigs can be scattered on top as an optional garnish.
The combination of carrot and swede delivers a naturally sweet and earthy flavor with a creamy and smooth texture enhanced by butter and cream. The orange zest adds a mild citrus note that brightens the mash without overpowering it.
This mash serves as a vibrant alternative to potato mash and complements a variety of main dishes, especially in colder months when root vegetables are in season. Serving it warm maintains the creamy mouthfeel and helps meld the flavors.
Ingredients
- 600 grams carrot
- 600 grams swede
- water to cover the vegetables
- 0.5-1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 30 grams butter salted or unsalted
- 2-3 tablespoons cream adjust to taste, double
- black pepper a few good grinds
- nutmeg or a large pinch of ground nutmeg, a few gratings
- orange zest from one
- thyme optional, a few sprigs for scattering
Instructions
- Wash, peel, and slice the vegetables into roughly equal sizes to ensure they cook evenly.
- Put the vegetables in a large saucepan and add enough water to cover them. Sprinkle in the salt
- Cook the vegetables for about 25 minutes over a medium heat, or until they are soft when tested with a fork.
- In the meantime, zest the orange and weigh out the butter.
- Remove the pan from the heat and drain the water from the saucepan.
- Add the butter, cream, black pepper, nutmeg and orange zest and place the lid back on for 5 minutes, allowing the butter to melt (off the heat).
- Mash to the consistency of your liking.You can use a potato masher or a food processor for a really fine texture.
- Spoon into a serving dish and scatter with the optional thyme. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 131 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 131kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 311mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 631mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 16908IU | 338% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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