Honey Roasted Parsnips: A Deliciously Sweet and Savory Side Dish

Are you looking for a new side dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than these irresistible Honey Roasted Parsnips. This recipe takes ordinary parsnips and transforms them into a delectable dish that can be enjoyed as a side or even as a snack!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Deliciously caramelized: These Honey Roasted Parsnips are perfectly tender and lightly caramelized, thanks to the honey and seasonings.
• Versatile: Serve them as a side dish with any meal or enjoy them as a tasty snack.
• Balance of flavors: The sweetness of the honey complements the earthy and nutty flavor of parsnips, creating a harmonious blend of savory and sweet.

Ingredients

To make these mouthwatering Honey Roasted Parsnips, you’ll need:

• Fresh Parsnips
• Flour
• Olive Oil
• Honey
• Butter
• Thyme
• Garlic Cloves
• Salt & Pepper

Instructions

Follow these simple steps to create the perfect honey-roasted parsnips:

1. Prepare for roasting: Preheat the oven to 375F/190C and set aside a rimmed roasting pan.
2. Prepare the parsnips: Wash the parsnips, trim the ends, peel them, and cut them into fry or finger shapes.
3. Parboil the parsnips: Boil the parsnips for 5 minutes, then remove and pat them dry.
4. Flour the parsnips: Toss the parsnips in flour to create a crispy texture.
5. Season the parsnips: Place the parsnips on a baking sheet, drizzle them with oil and honey, and add butter, garlic, salt, and pepper.
6. Roast the parsnips: Roast them in the oven for 20 minutes, then flip them and add thyme. Roast for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown. Serve while warm.

Cooking Tips

For the best results, follow these cooking tips:

• Cut the parsnips into fry shapes for even cooking and crispiness.
• Toss the parsnips with all the ingredients before baking to ensure even flavor distribution.
• If the parsnips are thicker than ¼ inch, they may require additional baking time.

Serving Suggestions

Here are a few suggestions for serving these delicious parsnips:

• Pair them with a Portobello Mushroom Steak for a hearty dinner.
• Enjoy them as a snack with Zax Sauce, Cane’s Sauce, Homemade Ketchup, or Alabama White BBQ sauce for dipping.
• Include them on your holiday dinner table alongside Maple Glazed Carrots with Cayenne and Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts.
• Serve them for lunch alongside a Vegan Carrot and Lentil Hot Dog as a healthy french fry substitute.

Variations

If you’re looking to switch things up, try these variations:

• Use maple syrup or brown sugar instead of honey for a different sweetener.
• Add chopped nuts like pecans or almonds for a crunchy topping.
• Substitute parsnips with sweet potatoes or carrots for a twist on the recipe.
• Sprinkle cayenne pepper or roasted red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Storage

If you have any leftovers, here’s how to store the parsnips:

• Storing: Place cooled parsnips in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat in the oven, microwave, or air fryer before serving.
• Freezing: Freeze parsnip fries on a baking sheet for about two hours, then transfer them to a resealable freezer bag. They can be stored in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge before reheating and serving.

More Parsnip Recipes

If you can’t get enough of parsnips, here are a few more recipes to try:

• Roasted Curried Parsnips
• Parsnip Loaf Cake
• Roasted Parsnip Soup
• Apple and Parsnip Crumble

? Recipe

To view the full recipe and measurements, visit BDK Restaurant.

Don’t miss out on this incredible recipe. Give it a try and let the sweet and savory flavors of these Honey Roasted Parsnips take your taste buds on a delightful journey!