Marmite & Maple Roasted Parsnips Recipe
Deliciously sweet and savory Marmite & maple roasted parsnips with a hint of thyme and a touch of cayenne pepper, perfectly roasted to a golden tender finish. This easy side dish combines the umami richness of Marmite with the natural sweetness of maple syrup for a unique flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Scale
Parsnips
- 700g parsnips, halved lengthways
Roasting and Flavoring
- 40g salted butter
- 1 tbsp Marmite
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp thyme leaves
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- Pinch of salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat and parboil: Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan)/gas mark 6. Cook the halved parsnips in a large pan of boiling salted water for 4 minutes until they are slightly softened. Drain the parsnips and leave them to steam-dry to remove excess moisture.
- Melt butter and start roasting: Spoon the salted butter into a large roasting tin and place it in the preheated oven for 3 minutes to melt. Carefully add the drained parsnips to the roasting tin, season with a pinch of salt, and toss to coat them evenly in the melted butter. Roast the parsnips for 30 minutes.
- Prepare Marmite and maple glaze: While the parsnips are roasting, combine the Marmite, maple syrup, thyme leaves, cayenne pepper, and 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl. Mix well to create a smooth glaze.
- Glaze and finish roasting: Remove the roasting tin from the oven and pour the Marmite and maple mixture over the parsnips. Return the tin to the oven and continue roasting for an additional 20 minutes, basting the parsnips with the glaze every 5-10 minutes until they are tender and deeply golden.
Notes
- Parboiling helps soften parsnips so they cook evenly and become tender inside while roasting.
- Basting enhances flavor and helps achieve a beautiful glaze on the parsnips.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper amount according to your heat preference.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian feast.
- For a vegan version, substitute salted butter with vegan margarine or olive oil and ensure Marmite is vegan-friendly.
Keywords: Marmite roasted parsnips, maple syrup parsnips, roasted root vegetables, British side dish, savory maple roast
