Peel your rutabaga and cut it into strips the size of
big steak fries, using a good, big, heavy knife with a
sharp blade.
Steam the "fries" over boiling water in a
pan with a tight lid until they're easily pierced with a
fork but not mushy (about 10 to 15 minutes). You want
them still to
be al dente.
Melt the butter in a heavy-bottomed skillet over
medium-high heat, and fry the strips of rutabaga until
they're browned on all sides. Salt and serve.