Instead of rice or potatoes with her meal, Mom chose these delicate pancakes that are crispy on the outside and tender inside. The parsnips have a pleasant sweetness, while the chives add a hint of onion flavor. —Lois Frazee, Gardnerville, Nevada
Parsnip Pancakes
Parsnip Pancakes
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
10 min
Yield
6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds parsnips, peeled
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon minced chives
- 2 to 4 tablespoons canola oil
Directions
- Place parsnips in a large saucepan and cover with water; add salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
- Drain and place parsnips in a large bowl; mash. Stir in the onion, flour, egg and chives.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls into oil. Fry in batches until golden brown on both sides, using remaining oil as needed. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts
2 pancakes: 185 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 421mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 6g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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