Best Batter Fried Parsnips Recipes

BUTTERED FRIED PARSNIPS

Steps:

• Wash, trim and scrape the parsnips.
• Cut into uniform pieces and boil in salted water, 25 to 30 minutes or until tender.
• Drain well, and let dry.
• Just before serving, heat the butter in a skillet and saute over moderate heat until light brown on all sides, letting the parsnips caramelize a little in their own sugar. It is best if you have a large enough pan that they can be cooked in a single layer.
• Season with the nutmeg, salt and pepper and serve in a warm vegetable dish, garnished with parsley.

CRISP FRIED PARSNIPS

Steps:

• Scrape the parsnips, and cut into thin sticks about a quarter of an inch thick and three inches long. Discard the woody core of each parsnip.
• Drop the parsnips into a saucepan of boiling salted water, and cook until they are almost tender (about 3 minutes). Remove and pat dry with paper towels.
• Melt butter in a large frying pan. Sprinkle parsnips with salt and pepper, and add to the butter. Fry over medium heat until the parsnips are crisp and golden. If necessary, add more salt. Serve immediately.

BUTTERED PARSNIPS

Steps:

• Peel and trim off the ends of each parsnip.
• Cut the parsnips crosswise into one-inch lengths. Cut each piece lengthwise into half-inch-wide slices. Cut each slice into half-inch rectangular strips. There should be about 3 1/2 to 4 cups.
• Place the pieces in a saucepan and add cold water to cover and salt to taste. Bring to a boil and let cook 3 to 4 minutes.
• Drain the parsnips and put them in a skillet. Add the butter. Saute briefly and serve.

BATTER FRIED PARSNIPS

Steps:

• Cut parsnips crosswise, then in half lengthwise. Cut large pieces in half lengthwise again. Put parsnips into boiling salted water. Boil for 8 to 10 minutes until crisp-tender. Rinse under cold water until cool drain. Mix parsnips, 3 tablespoons melted Crisco, lemon juice, chervil, and tarragon. Let stand for 1 hour. Meanwhile, mix flour, 1 tablespoon melted Crisco, cider, buttermilk, and cheese until thick and smooth. Let stand for 1 hour.Heat Crisco to 365°F in deep fryer. Beat egg whites until stiff but not dry fold into batter. Dip parsnips in batter. Fry, a few at a time, for 2 minutes until crisp and golden. (Do not user fryer basket.) Drain on paper towels. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges. Serve hot.

PARSNIP PATTIES

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine parsnips, egg, flour and salt. Drop batter by 1/2 cupfuls onto a lightly greased hot griddle. Fry over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side or until vegetables are tender. Serve with honey.

HERBED BUTTER PARSNIPS

Steps:

• Put the olive oil and butter into a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the vegetables and toss to coat them well with the fat; season with salt and pepper. Add 1 cup water and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, make the Herb Butter by combining the soft butter and herbs together; season with some salt and pepper.
• To serve, spread some Herb Butter in the bottom of a bowl. Add the hot vegetables and dot with more Herb Butter. Moisten with some of the cooking liquid and serve.

COLONEL SANDERS' FRENCH FRIED PARSNIPS OR CAULIFLOWER

Steps:

• Mix the batter ingredients well.
• Mix the seasoned flour well.
• Cut parsnips into strips or cauliflower into medium flowerets.
• Parboil parsnips or cauliflower in 2 quarts water with 1 tablespoon salt and 1 tablespoon sugar just until fork tender.
• Dip in batter.
• Roll in flour mixture.
• Fry in 375°F hot deep fat until golden.