What is Turnip Juice, How is it Made
Turnip juice is a beverage native to the Çukurova region. Obtained from the turnip plant, a member of the cruciferous family, this drink is among the indispensable beverages of the Çukurova region. Rapidly progressing from tradition to a universal taste, turnip juice is red in color, sour in taste, and cloudy in appearance. Consumed most in Adana, Mersin, and Osmaniye provinces, turnip juice comes in two varieties: spicy and non-spicy. Turnip juice is a beverage mostly consumed alongside kebabs and contains a high amount of salt. Therefore, pregnant women and those with high blood pressure should consume turnip juice in small quantities.
How to Make Turnip Juice
To prepare turnip juice, you need turnips, red carrots, bulgur flour, yeast, and water. Turnip juice is obtained in two stages. The first stage is the fermentation of the bulgur into dough. In this stage, bulgur flour is mixed with sourdough starter, salt, and water and then fermented into a dough. The second stage is the fermentation process of turnips and carrots with the mixture obtained by mixing bulgur with water. Turnip juice is obtained after all these processes are completed.
