Soft Egg and Turnip Mash for Seniors
PakistaniSeniorsDesi eggsEasy
A soft, mild turnip mash with egg — gentle, light and easy to eat for older adults.
Prep time10 min
Cook time20 min
Total time30 min
Servings2
Ingredients
- 2 Desi eggs, boiled and mashed
- 1 cup turnip (shaljam), peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch black pepper (optional)
Method
- Boil or steam the turnip for 15-18 minutes until very soft.
- Mash the turnip with the butter and salt until smooth.
- Stir in the mashed boiled egg and mix gently.
- Warm through for 1-2 minutes.
- Serve warm with a pinch of black pepper if liked.
Nutrition — estimated per serving
Calories (estimate)170 kcal
Protein (estimate)8 g
Fat (estimate)8 g
Carbs (estimate)16 g
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard per-egg values (about 72 kcal, 6.3 g protein, 4.8 g fat, 0.4 g carbs per large egg).
Tips, food safety & substitutions
Nutrition figures are estimates only. Mash until completely smooth if chewing is difficult. Allergens: egg, milk (butter). Pakistani alternative: use local shaljam and desi ghee instead of butter. Eat fresh and warm; refrigerate leftovers the same day and reheat fully.