Best 18 Carrot Pancakes Recipes

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Carrot pancakes, a delectable fusion of sweet and savory flavors, are a culinary delight enjoyed worldwide. Their vibrant orange hue and unique taste profile make them a popular choice for breakfast, brunch, or as a delectable snack. Versatile and adaptable, carrot pancakes can be tailored to suit various dietary preferences and taste buds, making them a favorite among food enthusiasts. Whether you prefer classic recipes passed down through generations or seek innovative twists on this timeless dish, our exploration of the best carrot pancake recipes will provide inspiration and guidance for your cooking adventures.

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CARROT PANCAKES



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When I fix this quick breakfast for overnight guests, they always ask for the recipe. Everyone enjoys the sweet carrot cake flavor and rich cream cheese topping. The pancakes are a snap to make, but you can save even more time by grating the carrots in a food processor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup milk
1 cup grated carrots
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
CREAM CHEESE SPREAD:
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
Dash ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the egg, brown sugar, milk, carrots and vanilla. Stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. , Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle. Turn when bubbles form on top of pancake; cook until second side is golden brown., Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the milk, vanilla, cream cheese and confectioners' sugar ; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a small bowl; sprinkle with cinnamon. Serve with pancakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 499mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

ZUCCHINI, CARROT AND POTATO PANCAKES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 32m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large zucchini
2 large russet potatoes, (10 to 11 ounces each)
2 carrots
1 medium onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 eggs
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons cumin
Salt and pepper
Canola oil, for frying

Steps:

  • With a hand grater, grate the zucchini. Peel the potatoes and grate. Grate the carrots. Place in a towel and squeeze out as much water as possible, then transfer to a large bowl. Add onion and garlic. In a small bowl, beat the eggs with a fork and mix into the vegetables. In a small bowl mix together the flour, baking powder, cumin and salt and pepper. Mix into the vegetables. In a large pan, heat 3 tablespoons of oil until very hot. In heaping tablespoonfuls, fry 6 pancakes. Flatten them out as they hit the pan and cook until brown and crisp. Flip to crisp the other side. Drain on paper towels. Keep warm in a low oven. Serve with Mint Yogurt.;
  • Mix all ingredients together.

CARROT CAKE PANCAKES



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Here's a way for fans of carrot cake to have their favorite dessert for breakfast. These delicate, decadent pancakes are drizzled with sweet and spicy maple syrup that complements the sour cream and nut topping. -Leane Goering, Salem, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen (0.50 cup syrup).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups pancake mix
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup whole milk
1 cup finely shredded carrots
TOPPINGS:
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2/3 cup whipped cream cheese
1 tablespoon whole milk
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted
Finely shredded carrots, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the pancake mix, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. In a small bowl, beat eggs and milk; stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in carrots. , Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a nonstick skillet or a greased hot griddle. Turn pancakes when bubbles form on top; cook until second side is golden brown., For syrup, in a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup and cinnamon. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 2 minutes. In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and milk. Serve pancakes with cream cheese mixture and half the syrup; sprinkle with nuts and, if desired, shredded carrots. Cover and refrigerate remaining syrup; save for another use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 673mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

PARSNIP AND CARROT LATKES (VEGETABLE PANCAKES)



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A new twist to a traditional Jewish dish - Serve instead of potato latkes at Chanukah, or in addition. These vegetable pancakes are beautifully colorful and very tasty. They go wonderfully with sour cream. The gluten-free rice flour mix I use is 3 cups white rice flour, 3 cups brown rice flour, 2 cups potato starch (not flour), 1 cup tapioca starch - Use just one cup of this mixture. If you can eat gluten, use just 1/2 cup of matzo meal instead.

Provided by Whats Cooking

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb parsnip
1/2 lb carrot
1 large onion
6 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 lemon, juice of
1/2 cup chives, finely chopped
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup gluten-free rice flour mix (see note) or 1/2 cup matzo meal
olive oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Peel and remove ends from parsnips and carrots.
  • Grate parsnips and carrots by hand or with your food processor's grater attachment.
  • Place in large bowl.
  • Puree onions and garlic in food processor and add to vegetable mixture.
  • Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
  • Heat 1/2 inch of olive oil in a heavy pan until right before the oil's smoking point.
  • Add 1/4 cup of batter at a time to the hot oil, pressing gently with the back of the spatula until each pancake is 1/2 inch thick.
  • Cook until the exterior is crispy and a dark golden brown in color (approximately 2 minutes).
  • Flip and cook on the second side.
  • Remove with slotted spatula and place on plate lined with several layers of brown paper or paper towel.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.6, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 93, Sodium 846.2, Carbohydrate 21.9, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 6.8, Protein 5.1

POTATO-CARROT PANCAKES



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These crisp, savory cakes, also called latkes, are a traditional Hanukkah dish. For best results, cook the pancakes right after forming them.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 pound (about 3 medium) white potatoes, peeled
8 ounces (about 3 medium) carrots, peeled
1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions (about 3 scallions)
Coarse salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup matzo meal
1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In a food processor fitted with a fine-hole grating attachment (or on the small holes of a box grater), grate potatoes and carrots. Transfer to a large bowl; add scallions and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Using your hands, mix thoroughly. Mix in egg and matzo meal until combined. Divide into 8 mounds of equal size.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat, swirling to coat bottom of pan. Add half the potato mounds; flatten each to a 1/2-inch thickness. Cook until golden brown, 2 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Transfer to paper towels or parchment paper to drain. Repeat with remaining mounds (reduce temperature to medium if browning too quickly). Sprinkle with salt, and serve with sour cream, if desired.

CRISPY CARROT AND POTATO PANCAKES (VEGETARIAN)



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This easy-to-fix & appealing recipe is from the main-course vegetarian section of the *Best Ever Slimmers Recipes* cookbook of the Australian Womens Weekly cookbook series. IMO it also works as breakfast or brunch fare served w/fruit or as an excellent side-dish to combine the veggie & potato parts of a meal. I made them as a side-dish to leg of lamb & the yield was exactly as stated. We tasted them plain, buttered & w/a dollop of sour cream - all excellent! For an extra *carrot kick* , try pairing them w/my Recipe #245728. *Enjoy* !

Provided by twissis

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 12 Pancakes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large potatoes (roughly 3/4 lb, finely grated)
2 large carrots (finely grated)
6 green onions (chopped)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
1/4 cup skim milk
2 eggs (lightly beaten)
6 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Rinse grated potato in cold water, squeeze out as much liquid as possible & pat dry.
  • Combine all ingredients, add salt & pepper as desired & mix well.
  • Drop 2 tablespoons of mixture for each pancake into a large, lightly greased, non-stick frying pan & cook over med-heat for about 5 min on each side or until golden brown & carrot is tender. Repeat cooking process for remainder of mixture & microwave a min or 2 to reheat before serving.
  • NOTE: This mixture will be wet despite how careful you are to remove excess liquid, but do not panic. The pancakes will cook & crisp nicely as shown in the picture.

CARROT POTATO PANCAKES



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Another recipe that comes from the 1995 Vegetarian Times Complete Cookbook. Time spent frying these cakes depends on how many can be made at one time!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 16 pancakes, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large carrot, coarsely grated
1 large russet potato, peeled and grated coarsely
1 tablespoon unbleached white flour
1 large egg, lightly beaten (or equivalent egg substitute)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients.
  • Lightly spray a nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray; turn on the heat.
  • Drop potato mixture by 1/4 cup measures into the skillet, flattening the pancakes with a spoon, if necessary.
  • Fry until lightly browned on one side,about 3 minutes.
  • Turn over and fry on the other side another 3 minutes.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve warm.

CARROT LATKES (PANCAKES)



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These are great as a side dish or make them a little smaller and top with a dollop of sour cream for an easy appetizer. They also freeze beautifully.

Provided by Suzana Dasilva

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 25m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

oil for frying, or as needed
2 cups grated carrots
6 green onions, chopped
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
3 eggs
¾ teaspoon salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Pour about 1/2-inch depth of oil in a large saucepan or electric skillet and heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix carrots, green onion, flour, and baking powder together in a bowl until carrots are evenly coated. Beat eggs, salt, and pepper together in a separate bowl; pour over carrot mixture. Stir mixture until combined and moistened.
  • Spoon small mounds of carrot mixture, working in batches, into the hot oil; cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer latkes using a slotted spoon to a paper towel-lined plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 15.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 9.3 mg, Fat 1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 39.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

POTATO CARROT PARSNIP PANCAKES



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Holiday Planning & Ideas     Passover     Passover Recipes

Yield Makes 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium russet potatoes, peeled
1 medium parsnip, peeled
1 medium carrot, peeled
1/2 cup chives, cut crosswise into 1 1/2-inch lengths
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more for sprinkling
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup canola oil
Sour cream, for serving (optional)
Lemon slices, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Grate potatoes in long strips, using smooth strokes to run potatoes across the grater. Transfer to a large bowl of cold water. Use a slotted spoon to remove potatoes. Drain well and transfer to a second bowl. Reserve soaking liquid. Set reserved liquid aside for 10 minutes to allow the starch to sink to the bottom of the bowl. Carefully pour liquid from the bowl, reserving the milky residue (potato starch).
  • Using the same method as for potatoes, grate parsnip and carrot. To potatoes add parsnip, carrots, reserved potato starch, chives, egg, salt, and pepper, and mix well.
  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Line a baking sheet with paper towels; set aside. In a heavy nonstick skillet, heat 1/2 inch of oil. Working in batches to accommodate pan size, spoon 1/4 cup of potato mixture into skillet for each pancake. Drop into oil loosely; you should be able to see oil bubbling up in between the individual strands. Fry until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to prepared baking sheet to drain. Sprinkle with salt. Keep warm in oven. Serve hot, with sour cream and lemon slices.

ZUCCHINI CARROT PANCAKES



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Cheerful specks of orange and green make these light pancakes otherworldly and beautiful! A good way to get the kids to eat veggies! Adapted from Mollie Katzen's Sunlight Cafe cookbook.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 4-5

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 large eggs
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups grated zucchini (packed)
2 cups grated carrots (packed)
1/2 cup scallion, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
cooking spray
butter (optional)
fresh mint leaves
sour cream
yogurt
tomato jam
ketchup
mango ketchup

Steps:

  • Combine the eggs, salt and pepper in a medium bowl and beat with a whisk until frothy.
  • Gradually beat in the zucchini, carrot, scallion, and herbs. keep beating as you sprinkle in the flour.
  • Place a griddle or skillet over medium heat. After a few minutes, spray with cooking spray. At this point, you may also melt in a little butter if you wish.
  • When the griddle is hot, use a 1/4 cup measuring cup with a handle to scoop up batter and pour it onto the hot griddle. Cook for 4-6 minutes on each side, or until golden and crisp.
  • Serve hot, plain or topped with a dab of sour cream or yogurt and some minced fresh mint leaves.
  • For a special touch, serve with a side fo mushrooms and pass a small dish of Mango ketchup or Tomato jam. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.2, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 211.5, Sodium 552.6, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.3, Protein 8.9

CARROT POTATO PANCAKES



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     quick, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 20 pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound russet or Idaho potatoes
1 pound carrots
1 clove of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 whole egg
2 egg whites

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes, and cut them into long strips. Process the potatoes, using the julienne blade of a food processor. Squeeze out the excess liquid with your hands.
  • Peel the carrots, and process them using the julienne blade of the food processor.
  • Mix the potatoes, carrots, garlic, thyme, flour, baking powder, salt and pepper together in a bowl.
  • Whisk together the egg and egg whites, and stir them into the potato-carrot mixture.
  • Heat a large nonstick pan until it is very hot. Reduce the heat to medium-high, and spray with nonstick spray.
  • Spoon heaping tablespoons of batter into the pan, and flatten slightly. Brown on one side, and turn to brown lightly on the second side.
  • Repeat until all the batter is used. Serve with light sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 33, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 48 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

CARROT CAKE PANCAKES



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Carrot cake for breakfast? Yes, when it's our Carrot Cake Pancakes packed with carrots, raisins and walnuts.

Provided by Stephanie Wise

Categories     Breakfast

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2 cups shredded carrots
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons raisins
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 eggs
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Additional cinnamon, if desired

Steps:

  • In large bowl, stir together all Pancake ingredients until just combined. Heat 10-inch or larger skillet or griddle over medium heat (325°F). Lightly brush with oil.
  • Pour batter by slightly less than 1/4 cupfuls onto hot skillet. Cook until golden on bottom and bubbles form on top, about 3 minutes; turn, and cook another 2 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer to plate. Repeat with remaining batter.
  • Beat cream cheese with electric mixer on high speed until fluffy, about 1 minute. Add powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla; beat to combine.
  • Spoon cream cheese topping on top of warm pancakes. Sprinkle with a dash of cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

CARROT PANCAKES WITH CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons finely chopped pecans
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Dash nutmeg
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup packed brown or granulated sugar
1 cup milk
2 cups finely grated carrots
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 ounces cream cheese
1/4 powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 dash ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine flour, pecans, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, ginger, and nutmeg.
  • In a separate bowl, combine egg, brown sugar, milk, carrots, and vanilla; mix well.
  • Stir carrot mixture into dry ingredients until moistened. Pour batter by 1/4 cupful onto a greased hot griddle. Turn when bubbles form on the top of pancake; flip and cook until golden brown.
  • For topping, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Sprinkle with cinnamon, and serve with pancakes.

CARROT LATKES (PANCAKES)



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These are a nice change from regular potato pancakes, I have even made miniatures of these and served them as hors d'oeuvres to my guests, and they freeze very well.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Breakfast

Time 31m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium carrots, peeled
1 medium onion
3 eggs, slightly beaten
3/4-1 teaspoon salt (I use seasoned salt)
pepper (to taste)
1/2 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Grate carrots with onion.
  • Squeeze out excess moisture.
  • Mix flour with baking powder and salt.
  • Add beaten eggs and flour to grated carrot/onion mixture.
  • Mix well.
  • Heat oil in frypan.
  • Drop carrot mixture from a large spoon into hot oil and flatten slightly with back of spoon.
  • Brown on medium heat about 2-3 mins on each side until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towel.
  • Note: these pancakes freeze well.

CARROT OAT PANCAKES (GLUTEN-FREE)



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Some say it reminds them of spice cake, others, carrot cake. Either way, these delicious gluten-free pancakes are sweet and flavorful and easy to make.

Provided by Ravenhood

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 6 pancakes, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup buttermilk
1 egg
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
1 cup oat flour (make your own with a blender)
2 -3 tablespoons shredded carrots (packed)
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Blend together buttermilk, egg, brown sugar, salt and cinnamon, then add oat flour (make in your blender with about 1 1/3 - 1 1/2 cups quick oats) and blend for a few seconds. Add the shredded carrot (squeeze the juice from it and pack it into your measuring spoons), baking powder and baking soda and blend just for a couple of seconds. Immediately cook 1/4 cup batches on a greased (butter or margarine) skillet on medium-low heat until they are full of bubbles, the bottom is golden and it`s easily flippable. Cook the other side until done. Serve with maple syrup or room-temperature applesauce/jelly.

SESAME CARROT PANCAKES W/BLACK BEAN GARLIC SAUCE



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Asian black bean sauce is actually made from soy beans, which turn black as they ferment. When I saw the contest ingredients I was inspired to attempt a version using actual black beans. The sauce pairs nicely with the colorful sesame carrot pancakes. This recipe can be served as a unique side dish or as a hot or cold appetizer.

Provided by Tinkerbell

Categories     Asian

Time 35m

Yield 16-20 pancakes, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 slices white bread, toasted crisp
1 cup fresh carrot, grated (about 2 medium)
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
2 green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 garlic clove, minced
2 -4 tablespoons canola oil (for light frying)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans (rinsed, drained and mashed)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1/2 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon ginger
1 dash sea salt
2 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • For Pancakes: Process the toast in blender or food processor (to small, but not necessarily fine, crumbs) and combine with the rest of the ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Heat half the oil in a deep-sided griddle or frying pan, to about 350°. Spoon a Tablespoon of batter onto the griddle, flatten out slightly, and fry until golden on the bottom. Flip over and fry the other side. Continue until all the batter is used up; adding additional oil if necessary.
  • For Sauce: Combine mashed beans and sesame oil in small bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients & stir well. Serve a dab of sauce on top of each pancake.

ZUCCHINI AND CARROT PANCAKES



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These a wonderful with pure maple syrup for breakfast! Visit my vegan food blog for more recipes and healthy tips: www.thecleaneatingmama.com XxOo - Tasha

Provided by Tasha Kaye

Categories     Pancakes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium organic carrots, grated
1 medium organic zucchini, about 8 inches long, grated
1/2 c yellow onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, diced
1 large handful of fresh basil leaves sliced into thin ribbons
1 Tbsp coconut oil, or olive oil (for the pan)
1/3 c unbleached white flour (or your flour of choice) + more for dredging
1 Tbsp dried dill
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Grate carrot and zucchini in a large bowl. Take a clean towel and place mixture on the towel and wring extra moisture out. Place back in the bowl. Add the remaining ingredients, MINUS the coconut oil, and only 1/3 cup flour. Mix with your hands until you can make a ball and it will not fall apart. You may have to add more flour to achieve the desired consistency. On a separate plate, sprinkle some flour with some salt and pepper - this is for dredging the mixture.
  • 2. In a large skillet, add coconut oil and heat on medium heat. Let warm up for a minute. Take the mixture and divide it into fourths. Take one serving of the mixture, roll it into a ball and roll into the flour mixture on the plate. Carefully place into the skillet, flattening until your desired size and thickness. Do this for all 4 servings. Let cook for 8-10 minutes on each side. You may have to add more oil when you flip. Make sure they do not burn. Simple and delicious!

CARROT CAKE PANCAKES



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Categories     Breakfast     Carrot

Yield 1 4

Number Of Ingredients 20

Pancakes
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 egg
2 tablespoons packed Muscovado sugar or brown sugar
1 cup buttermilk*
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups finely grated carrots (about 6 big or 8 smallish carrots)**
butter, for griddle
Maple cream cheese topping
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons real maple syrup
2 tablespoons milk (more or less depending on desired consistency)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dash of ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit so you can keep the pancakes warm before serving. Spoon the cream cheese into a bowl and leave it out at room temperature to soften. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger. 3. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the egg, Muscovado/brown sugar, buttermilk and vanilla. 4. Stir in the carrots, then dump the wet mixture into the dry mixture all at once. Stir just until incorporated. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes while you make the cream cheese topping and preheat your griddle/skillet. 5. Whisk the cream cheese in a small bowl until it is uniformly soft and pliable, with no lumps. If your cream cheese is not soft enough yet to do this, try zapping it in the microwave for just a few seconds at a time. Whisk in the maple syrup, milk, vanilla and cinnamon. Feel free to sweeten with more syrup or further thin it out further with more milk. Set aside. 6. Over medium heat, melt a big pat of butter in a cast-iron skillet or griddle. Pour a scant 1/4 cup batter into the hot pan, using the measuring cup to pat the batter down and out a bit. Cook, flipping once, until the pancakes are golden on both sides. 7. Place pancakes on an ovenproof plate and keep in the oven while you cook the remaining pancakes, adding more butter to the pan as needed. Top with maple cream cheese and serve with extra maple syrup on the side, in case someone wants to sweeten it up further.

Tips:

  • Use fresh carrots. Fresh carrots have a sweeter flavor and are more nutritious than older carrots.
  • Grate the carrots finely. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming too chunky.
  • Add some spices. Spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger can help to enhance the flavor of the pancakes.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the pancakes tough.
  • Cook the pancakes over medium heat. This will help them to cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the pancakes with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include butter, syrup, fruit, and whipped cream.

Conclusion:

Carrot pancakes are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. They are packed with nutrients, including beta-carotene, vitamin A, and fiber. They are also a good source of antioxidants. Carrot pancakes are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious breakfast option, give carrot pancakes a try!

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