Turnips Rutabaga Simmered in Date Syrup Maye Al Shalgham

Delight your taste buds with the rich, earthy flavors of Turnips and Rutabaga Simmered in Date Syrup, also known as Maye Al Shalgham. This comforting Middle Eastern-inspired dish transforms humble root vegetables into a show-stopping side or light main, thanks to a luscious glaze made with sweet date syrup, tangy orange juice, and warm spices like cinnamon and allspice. Gently simmered until tender and infused with a glossy caramelized sauce, the turnips and rutabaga offer a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness, this recipe is as stunning to serve as it is simple to make. Ideal for cozy family meals or an exotic addition to your holiday table, this dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread or roasted meats. With keywords like turnips recipe, rutabaga dish, date syrup glaze, and fragrant Middle Eastern side, this recipe promises to enchant both your palate and your next search engine query!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 small (about 500g total) Turnips
• 1 medium (about 300g) Rutabaga
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 cup Date syrup
• 1 cup Orange juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the turnips and rutabaga, then cut them into evenly-sized cubes (roughly 1-inch).

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 5

Add the cubed turnips and rutabaga to the skillet. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, allowing the edges to slightly caramelize.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the date syrup, orange juice, water, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Pour the date syrup mixture over the turnips and rutabaga. Stir gently to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet or pot with a lid.

Step 9

Simmer the vegetables for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 10

Once the vegetables are cooked and coated in a glossy glaze, remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or black pepper as desired.

Step 12

Transfer the dish to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh parsley, if using.

Step 13

Serve warm as a delightful side dish or pair with crusty bread for a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2995.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1590.8

Total Fat 39.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 6mg	0%
Sodium 4148.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 307.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.7g	0%
Total Sugars 220.9g
Protein 24.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 891.2mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 6264.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.2%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 73.1%