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Zeytinyağlı Kereviz Yemeği - Braised Celeriac
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Zeytinyağlı Kereviz Yemeği - Braised Celeriac

Zeytinyağlı Kereviz Yemeği (or Braised Celeriac) is a delicious Turkish & Mediterranean dish made with celery root and carrots braised in olive oil and orange juice. 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 267 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Turkish

Ingredients

  • 50 ml olive oil good quality
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 1 medium carrot (diced)
  • 750 g celeriac (diced)
  • 1 medium potato (diced)
  • 200 ml orange juice
  • 1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • celery leaves or dill to garnish

Instructions

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  1. Start with preparing the vegetables. Peel the carrots and cut them into chunky dice, and set them aside.
  2. To prepare the celeriac, remove the thick skin carefully with a very sharp knife and then cut off the top and bottom. 
  3. Chop the celeriac up into slices, then into rough 2 ½ cm (1") cubes, and set them aside along with the carrots.
  4. Place a pan on medium-low heat and add the olive oil, and then sauté the onions until soft and translucent.
  5. Add the diced carrots along with the potatoes, and sauté them for a few minutes. 
  6. Add the celeriac, and cook them for a few minutes before adding the orange juice, lemon juice, sugar, and salt.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover the Dutch oven with a lid, and let it simmer over low heat for about 30 minutes, until the vegetables are softened but not mushy.
  8. Transfer the dish to a serving plate, sprinkle on celery leaves or dill, and let it cool down to room temperature before serving.

Notes

  • A good quality olive oil is necessary as it highlights the flavor of zeytinyağlı dishes and it will make a huge difference in flavor.
  • Don't overpower Zeytinyağlı Kereviz Yemeği with spices and flavorings, keep it as a simple, delightful, and tender vegetable dish with delicate flavors.
  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and orange juice for the best flavor and also to balance the sweetness of the carrots. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 267kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 37g (12%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g (12%) Monounsaturated Fat 8g (40%) Sodium 785mg (33%) Potassium 987mg (21%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 2654IU (53%) Vitamin C 57mg (63%) Calcium 105mg (11%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 267

% Daily Value*

Calories 267kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 37g 12%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Sodium 785mg 33%
Potassium 987mg 21%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 11g 22%
Vitamin A 2654IU 53%
Vitamin C 57mg 63%
Calcium 105mg 11%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.