Turnip Mash
Counting calories but still want something tasty? What can you make from turnip that’s delicious? Mash, of course! It’s simple: wash the roots, put them in a pot, and forget them for an hour. Then enjoy a wholesome dish!
Updated : 18 February, 2026
Easy
About 20 min.
Ingredients
500 grams
Turnip
70 milliliters
Milk
30 grams
Butter
to taste
Salt
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
How to make turnip mash? First, wash the turnip well. Peel it and cut into medium cubes. Then put the turnip into a pot of water and salt to taste.
Step 2
How long to cook turnip for mash? Place the pot on the stove. When the water boils, reduce the heat and simmer gently for 1 hour. The turnip needs to soften thoroughly and release its bitterness.
Step 3
Once the turnip pieces are soft, you can make the mash. Drain the water, then add the remaining ingredients to the pot: butter and milk. One note: bring the milk to a boil first, and only then add it to the turnip - this gives the mash a richer, creamier flavor.
Step 4
When everything is ready, use a potato masher to mash until smooth. If you dislike lumps, use a blender to purée it - the flavor won’t suffer.
Step 5
Serve the mash, garnished with herb sprigs or chopped green onion for color contrast and a pleasant aroma.
Step 6
Sometimes I add a pinch of nutmeg while mashing - it boosts the flavor, but it’s optional. If I’m cooking for children, at the very beginning I add peeled carrots to the pot along with the turnip: for 1 medium turnip, I use 2 medium carrots. Carrots add a gentle sweetness.
Step 7
Turnip mash can be served as a side for meat or fish, or as a standalone dish - for example, topped with a spoonful of sour cream. You can also experiment with the ingredients; it only makes the dish tastier and more satisfying.
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