Mzoura (Tunisian Spiced Parsnips)

Mzoura (Tunisian Spiced Parsnips) is a traditional Tunisian recipe for a classic boiled parsnips cooked in a sauce containing harissa and spices and typically served as an accompaniment. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Tunisian version of: Tunisian Spiced Parsnips (Mzoura).

prep time

20 minutes

cook time

30 minutes

Total Time:

50 minutes

Serves:

Rating:

Tags : Chilli Recipes Vegetarian Recipes Spice Recipes Vegetable Recipes Tunisia Recipes

Ingredients:

900g small parsnips, peeled and sliced
3 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 tbsp harissa
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander seeds
1 tsp honey
160ml vegetable stock
salt and black pepper, to taste
chopped coriander (cilantro) leaves, to garnish

Method:

Bring a pan of lightly-salted water to a boil. Add the parsnips and cook for about 8 minutes, or until almost tender. Drain well and set aside. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan and use to fry the onion and garlic for about 10 minutes, or until nicely browned. Add the harissa and spices.

Fry for 2 minutes then add the parsnips and all the remaining ingredients. Cook for 10 minutes more, stirring frequently then transfer to a warmed plate, sprinkle with coriander and serve.