Miso-Caramelized Carrot and Parsnip Mash

Name: Miso-Caramelized Carrot and Parsnip Mash
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 12 oz, peeled and chopped carrots; 12 oz, peeled and chopped parsnips; 2 tbsp miso paste; 3 tbsp unsalted butter; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 2 cloves, minced garlic

A savory-sweet twist on mashed potatoes using roasted root vegetables and umami miso paste.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz, peeled and chopped carrots
12 oz, peeled and chopped parsnips
2 tbsp miso paste
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 cloves, minced garlic

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 12 oz chopped carrots and 12 oz chopped parsnips with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25 minutes until fork-tender and caramelized at the edges.
Step 2: Transfer roasted vegetables to a food processor. Add 2 tbsp miso paste, 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
Step 3: Blend on low speed, gradually increasing to high, until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed. Blend for 2-3 minutes until no visible vegetable chunks remain.
Step 4: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed. Serve warm immediately as a side dish.