Rutabaga is called Shalgam in India. Shalgam is a member of the radish family that tastes much milder and sweet, is a winter is a root vegetable. This is the first time I have cooked shalgam. For me shalgam and turnip / kohlrabi / navalkol in Marathi are two different vegetables. Turnip is light green and shalgam is white with a pink band. I found shalgam/ rutabaga to be sweet.
I, may be wrong, correct me if someone has the exact information on these two vegetables. I, was grown up eating homegrown turnips / navalkol. Hence, I could see the difference in taste and color.
This is a very healthy, oil free, vegan and gluten free soup. Its so delicious , since rutabaga has a sweet taste.
Serves 3
Ingredients
2 Medium Rutabaga - diced
1 Large Carrot - diced
1 Large Onion - finely diced
Ingredients
2 Medium Rutabaga - diced
1 Large Carrot - diced
1 Large Onion - finely diced
6 Cups Vegetable stock
Salt and Black pepper to taste
Method
Salt and Black pepper to taste
Method
In a large pot / pan add all the above ingredients except salt and pepper. Bring it to a rolling boil, then reduce the flame and cover the pot, let the veggies soften. Let it simmer for an hour or till the soup should also reduces to 4 cups.
When the soup reduces to 4 cups turn the heat off and let the soup cool a little before blending it. I used the immersion / stick blender. Place it back on low flame add salt and pepper to taste. Let it come to boil.
Serve it warm with a dash of pepper and few basil leaves. Labels: Rutabaga, Shalgam, Soup, Carrot, Oil Free, Healthy, Soup Swappers, Vegan, Gluten free, Sunday Funday
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I love rutabaga too and don't think it gets near enough attention or respect.
ReplyDeleteI predict that I'll definitely be purchasing a rutabaga the next time that I go to the market because this soup sounds fabulous and I can't wait to see how it tastes! Thanks for sharing the recipe, Sneha!
ReplyDeleteWhat a delcious soup to warm one's body and soul with
ReplyDeleteI always forget about rutabagas! This sounds great.
ReplyDeleteI might just have to get some rutabagas soon to try this.
ReplyDeleteI too don't use much of shalgam in my recipes. This soup is a good way to include it more often in my diet.
ReplyDeleteYes both are different and I too found it a bit sweet. However it goes good in salads too. Delicious Soup Sneha
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