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Pickled Turnips Torshi Lift Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with this stunning Pickled Turnip Torshi Lift! Sliced beets add a beautiful pink hue and a unique sweetness to these tangy turnip pickles. A staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, these pickles are a delicious addition to any meal or a beautiful decorative accent for your kitchen. Adapted from Claudia Roden's "A Book of Middle Eastern Food", this recipe is easy to follow and yields a jar of delicious pickles ready to enjoy in just a few weeks. Perfect for adding a burst of flavor to sandwiches, salads, or as a flavorful side dish.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 14420 mins
Calories 42.5 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.3 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Pickled Turnips Torshi Lift

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How to Make Pickled Turnips Torshi Lift

  1. Peel and wash 1kg of turnips. Cut them into halves or quarters, depending on size.
  2. Pack the turnip pieces into a clean, sterilized 1-liter jar. Add 2 stalks of celery, roughly chopped, and 4 cloves of garlic, peeled.
  3. At regular intervals throughout the jar, add slices of 2 medium raw beets (about 200g total).
  4. In a medium saucepan, dissolve 60g of salt in 500ml of water. Stir in 250ml of white vinegar.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, carefully pour the hot brine over the vegetables in the jar, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  6. Seal the jar tightly with a lid.
  7. Store the jar in a warm place (around 70-75°F/21-24°C) for 10 days to allow the pickles to mellow.
  8. After 10 days, transfer the jar to a cooler, darker place (around 50-60°F/10-16°C) for further fermentation and flavor development.
  9. Enjoy your delicious homemade pickled turnips within 4-6 weeks of making.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

148 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g

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