Clapshot An Orcadian Potato And Yellow Turnip Swede Rutabaga Recipe

Discover Clapshot, a hearty and surprisingly delicious traditional Orkney Island dish! This creamy mash of potatoes and swede (rutabaga) is incredibly easy to make, budget-friendly, and guaranteed to impress your dinner guests. A unique culinary experience, Clapshot offers a comforting warmth and delightful flavor – perfect as a side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main course. Learn this simple recipe and transport your taste buds to the beautiful Orkney Islands!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 130.9 kcal

Protein 7g

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Ingredients for Clapshot An Orcadian Potato And Yellow Turnip Swede Rutabaga

Potato
500g swede (rutabaga)
1 medium onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
50g butter
100ml milk (plus more as needed)
Salt And Pepper

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How to Make Clapshot An Orcadian Potato And Yellow Turnip Swede Rutabaga

Peel 1 kg potatoes and 500g swede (rutabaga).
Cut potatoes and swede into roughly 2cm cubes.
Place the cubed potatoes and swede in a large, deep pan with 1 medium onion, roughly chopped.
Add about 1 litre of boiling water to cover the vegetables completely. Bring to a gentle simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are easily pierced with a fork.
Carefully drain off the excess cooking liquid, reserving about 100ml if desired for adjusting consistency later.
Return the cooked vegetables to the pan. Mash thoroughly using a potato masher or electric mixer. Gradually add 50g butter, 100ml milk (or more as needed), and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, until you reach your desired creamy consistency. If the mash is too thick, add some of the reserved cooking liquid.
Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately. Enjoy Clapshot as a hearty vegetarian main course with a sharp cheddar cheese, or as a delicious side dish alongside your favourite stew or roasted meat.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Clapshot An Orcadian Potato And Yellow Turnip Swede Rutabaga?

Clapshot An Orcadian Potato And Yellow Turnip Swede Rutabaga takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Clapshot An Orcadian Potato And Yellow Turnip Swede Rutabaga?

Clapshot An Orcadian Potato And Yellow Turnip Swede Rutabaga has approximately 130.9 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Clapshot An Orcadian Potato And Yellow Turnip Swede Rutabaga?

The key ingredients for Clapshot An Orcadian Potato And Yellow Turnip Swede Rutabaga are Potato, Turnip, Onion, Chives, Butter, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.