Best 2 Candied Carrot Curls Recipes

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Are you looking for a unique and delicious way to enjoy carrots? Candied carrot curls are a delightful treat that is sure to impress your family and friends. This easy-to-make recipe transforms ordinary carrots into a sweet and crunchy snack or side dish. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create these candied carrot curls that will add a touch of elegance to any meal. So, let's get started on this culinary adventure and discover the secrets of creating the perfect candied carrot curls.

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CANDIED CARROT CURLS



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These edible ribbons of candied carrots add a touch of whimsy to this stunning carrot layer cake. The secret to the 'spring' in their step is an everyday kitchen utensil: a wooden spoon! While the carrot strips are still warm from being candied in the oven, wrap them around the spoon handle to create perky spiralized toppers for cakes and cupcakes.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield Enough to decorate one 8-inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 2

3 large orange or yellow carrots (or a combination), peeled
3/4 cup granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Peel carrots into thin strips. In a saucepan, bring sugar and 3/4 cup water to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Stir in carrots; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until very soft, about 20 minutes. Let cool in syrup 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Preheat oven to 225°F. Arrange strips in a single layer on a wire rack set inside a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until tacky but no longer wet, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Working quickly, spiral carrots around the handle of a wooden spoon (or your finger), and sprinkle with sugar to coat. (If strips harden before you curl them, bake for a few minutes to re-soften.) Let stand on a wire rack until crisp and dry, about 1 hour.

CANDIED CARROT CURLS



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These sweet ribbons are the perfect way to turn carrot cupcakes into edible presents.

Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Side     Bake     Hanukkah     Kid-Friendly     Carrot     Fall     Winter     Boil     Gourmet     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 15 garnishes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large carrot (preferably fat) or 2 medium
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
Equipment: a sharp vegetable peeler; a 16- by 11-inch nonstick bakeware liner such as Silpat
16- by 11-inch nonstick bakeware liner such as Silpat

Steps:

  • Peel layers from carrot lengthwise on one side with peeler until you begin to get wide slices. Peel wide strips, reserving them, until you get about 15 (there will be a few extra).
  • Bring water and sugar to a boil in a small heavy saucepan, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Add wide carrot strips and simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes. Strain through a sieve into a bowl, discarding syrup. Let stand 15 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 225°F with rack in middle.
  • Line a large baking sheet with nonstick liner, then arrange candied carrot slices flat in 1 layer on sheet. Bake until dry but still flexible, about 30 minutes. (Leave oven on.) Wind carrot strips, 1 at a time, around end of handle of a wooden spoon in a loose spiral, then slip off each curl and return, seam sides down, to lined baking sheet.
  • Return curls to oven to dry until crisp, 30 to 45 minutes more. Cool completely on baking sheet.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender carrots for best results.
  • Use a vegetable peeler to create thin, even carrot curls.
  • Soak the carrot curls in ice water for at least 30 minutes before cooking to help them curl.
  • Use a deep fryer or a large saucepan filled with oil to fry the carrot curls. Make sure the oil is hot enough to fry the carrot curls quickly and evenly.
  • Fry the carrot curls in small batches to prevent them from sticking together.
  • Remove the carrot curls from the oil when they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Drain the carrot curls on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  • Toss the carrot curls with your favorite seasonings while they are still hot.
  • Serve the carrot curls immediately as a snack or side dish.

Conclusion:

Candied carrot curls are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or side dish. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a tasty treat that is sure to please everyone. Whether you are looking for a sweet and crunchy snack or a healthy and flavorful side dish, candied carrot curls are a great option. So next time you are looking for something new to try, give candied carrot curls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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