Parmesan Parsnips
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Parmesan Parsnips
Description
This recipe prepares parsnips by peeling and cutting them into strips resembling fries. These strips are parboiled briefly to soften them enough for even cooking and a tender inside. After draining well, they are tossed with a blend of grated Parmesan cheese, all-purpose flour (or cornstarch/potato starch), finely chopped rosemary, and salt. The seasoned parsnips are then added carefully to hot vegetable oil on a baking sheet to coat, before roasting at 400°F (200°C) until golden and crisp, stirring once during cooking. The Parmesan and rosemary impart savory richness and herbal aroma while the flour aids crisping.
Consistency in parsnip size ensures even roasting. For extra crispness, an additional five minutes in the oven is suggested, careful to avoid burning.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 ½ pounds parsnip 1½lb(750g
- 4 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese or vegetarian alternative, grated
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon rosemary finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F. Add the oil to a large rimmed baking sheet and let it heat up.
- Peel the parsnips and cut into strips/fries.
- Boil a large pot of water, then add the chopped parsnips and par-boil for 4 minutes until slightly softened. Drain the parsnips very well.
- Stir the parmesan, flour, rosemary and salt in a bowl, then add the drained parsnips and toss well to coat.
- Very carefully, add the parsnips to the pan of hot oil and very gently stir to coat.
- Roast for 25 minutes or until golden, turning or stirring halfway through.
Notes
- Parboiling parsnips before roasting helps them cook evenly and become crispy on the outside.
- If you do not have all-purpose flour, use cornstarch or potato starch for coating.
- Cut parsnips uniformly to ensure even cooking.
- Handle baking sheet with oil carefully using oven mitts to avoid burns.
- For extra crispiness, roast an additional five minutes but watch to prevent burning.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 177 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 177kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 183mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 481mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 46IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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