Description
This Keto Sweet and Sour Turnips recipe offers a delicious low-carb side dish featuring tender turnips coated in a tangy and slightly sweet glaze. Perfect for keto meal plans, this easy skillet-cooked dish combines vibrant flavors of apple cider vinegar, mustard, and erythritol for a balanced taste that complements any main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Turnips
- 4 medium turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
For Cooking and Glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon erythritol (or your preferred keto-friendly sweetener)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the turnips: Peel and cut the turnips into 1-inch cubes. Set them aside to be ready for cooking.
- Cook the turnips: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the turnip cubes and cook for approximately 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the turnips are tender and have a light golden brown color on the edges.
- Make the sweet and sour glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, erythritol, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until the erythritol is completely dissolved and the mixture is homogenous.
- Coat the turnips: Pour the prepared sweet and sour glaze over the cooked turnips in the skillet. Stir well to ensure the turnips are evenly coated. Continue to cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the glaze to thicken slightly and cling to the turnips.
- Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve immediately as a flavorful keto-friendly side dish.
Notes
- This recipe uses erythritol as a keto-friendly sweetener, but you can substitute with any preferred low-carb sweetener.
- Make sure not to overcook the turnips to retain a slight firmness and avoid mushiness.
- Fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness; omit if unavailable or substitute with fresh cilantro.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
- For a more intense flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice along with apple cider vinegar.
