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Sesame Turnips with Soba Noodles

An easy and delicious noodle bowl that features one of my favorite underrated vegetables: turnips!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Author Erin Alderson

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 ½ cups 1/2" diced purple-top turnips see note
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons fresh minced ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
  • 2 ounces soba noodles cooked
  • Sesame seeds for topping
  • Cilantro for topping

Instructions

  • Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame oil followed by the turnips. Fry the turnips, stirring occasionally, until the turnips are tender and browning.
  • Reduce the heat and stir in the ginger and sesame seeds, cooking for a minute or two; until the ginger is fragrant and the sesame seeds are toasted.
  • Stir in the tamari, followed by the soba noodles. Taste and add more tamari if desired. Serve with a sprinkle of cilantro and more sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Tips + Tricks: Cutting the turnips: I like to cut the turnips in wedges. This gives a bit more surface are on the sides- perfect for browning!
Seasoned Rice Vinegar: Beyond the ingredients listed above, I like to add splash of seasoned rice vinegar. This adds just a little boost of flavor and sweetness.
Cooking the Noodles:  I used leftover soba noodles I had on hand. I like to cook the noodles according to the package then drain, rinse, and toss with a teaspoon or so of sesame oil. This helps the noodles separate and mix with the ingredients well!
Use up leftover ingredients: soba noodles, sesame seeds, turnips