Marmite & Maple Roasted Parsnips Recipe
This Marmite & maple roasted parsnips recipe combines the earthy sweetness of parsnips with the rich umami flavor of Marmite and the natural sweetness of maple syrup. Infused with thyme and a hint of cayenne, these roasted parsnips make a deliciously unique side dish, perfectly caramelized and tender, ideal for adding depth to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 700g parsnips, halved lengthways
Roasting & Flavoring
- 40g salted butter
- 1 tbsp Marmite
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp thyme leaves
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Pinch of salt (to season)
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat and par-cook parsnips: Heat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or gas mark 6. Place the halved parsnips into a large pan of boiling salted water and cook for 4 minutes until they are slightly softened. Drain them well and allow them to steam-dry to remove excess moisture.
- Melt butter and roast parsnips: Spoon the salted butter into a large roasting tin and place it in the oven for 3 minutes to melt. Once melted, tip in the parsnips, season with a pinch of salt, toss to coat evenly with the butter, and roast for 30 minutes to develop a base caramelization.
- Prepare Marmite-maple glaze: While the parsnips roast, mix together the Marmite, maple syrup, thyme leaves, cayenne pepper, and 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl until smooth and combined.
- Glaze and finish roasting: Remove the roasting tin from the oven, pour the Marmite-maple mixture evenly over the parsnips, and return to the oven. Roast for an additional 20 minutes, basting the parsnips every 5-10 minutes with the glaze until they are tender inside and deeply golden on the outside.
Notes
- Steaming the parsnips dry after boiling helps the butter adhere better for crispier roasting.
- Basting frequently with the Marmite-maple glaze ensures a sticky, glossy finish and rich flavor.
- Adjust cayenne pepper according to heat preference or omit for milder flavor.
- Ensure using salted butter or adjust additional salt accordingly to balance flavors.
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