Mashed Whole Hakurei Turnips

Step 1

Clean and prepare the Hakurei turnips: Cut the greens from the root, soak the greens in cold water for a few minutes, drain and rinse clean. Remove the tops and tails from the root. Using a vegetable peeler, peel the root. Cut the root portion into about 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Steam: Using a steamer or large pot with a steamer insert, and 1-2 inches of water at the bottom of the pot bring water to a boil, at the root cubes in, and steam 7-8 minutes or until very tender and soft (you can test a larger piece with a fork to see if it starts to mash easily). In the end, ad in the greens until they are wilted (up to 1 minute, if that).

Step 3

Process: Using a food processor, add the cooked cubes and greens, salt and pepper (or you can finish with the pepper), and any optional ingredients of your choosing. Process for 1 minute or until desired consistency is reached. Test flavor and add more of any seasonings you want to adjust. You can add vegetable or chicken broth (or even just a little of the steaming water, although, that will not add any flavor) to make them wetter if you want (or milk or cream, if not vegan). When the mash is done, remove and add to a serving dish, enjoy!