Best 4 Japanese Style Carrot Sticks Recipes

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Japanese style carrot sticks are a delicious and refreshing snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a popular side dish or appetizer in Japanese cuisine, and they can also be used in salads or other dishes. If you are looking for a healthy and flavorful way to enjoy carrots, then Japanese style carrot sticks are the perfect choice. In this article, we will provide you with a recipe for making these delicious carrot sticks, as well as tips on how to choose the best carrots and how to store them properly.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SUNNY CARROT STICKS



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Place 1 in. of water and carrots in a (large / small) skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until crisp-tender.-Wendy Masters, Grand Valley, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound carrots, julienned
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water and carrots in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in another saucepan, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Stir in orange juice until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Stir in butter. Drain carrots; drizzle with orange juice mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

JAPANESE STYLE SWEET CARROTS



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Make and share this Japanese Style Sweet Carrots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Stacey Stallings

Categories     Vegetable

Time 17m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can sliced baby carrots
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon butter
salt

Steps:

  • Cut up carrot and boil in water until it's almost soft.
  • Discard most of the water (like, leaving only a table spoonful or two) and add a little sugar and butter. Continue boiling until the carrot is soft.
  • They are just regular carrots, and you don't have to use a lot of sugar. Carrots are naturally sweet when boiled; a little butter makes the sweetness more noticeable.Serve hot with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.5, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 33.9, Carbohydrate 8.4, Sugar 8.4

JAPANESE PICKLED CARROTS



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Pickles are a big part of Japanese dining. Small dishes of vegetables like daikon, carrots, etc are usually part of a meal. My friend's mother makes this at home and keeps a long time! I use it as a side to my sandwich lunch!

Provided by KaffirLime

Categories     Vegetable

Time 23m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup mizkan rice vinegar
1/2 cup mirin
1/2 cup sesame oil
1/2 cup black sesame seed, lightly toasted
12 carrots
salt

Steps:

  • Boil water in a medium pot and add about a heaped teaspoon of salt.
  • In a large porcelain bowl, place the 3 ingredients, rice vinegar, mirin and sesame oil.
  • In a separate bowl, grate carrots with a mandolin, about an inch in length.
  • When the water starts bubbling, add in the grated carrots to blanch.
  • Count to 10.
  • Remove carrots and drain.
  • Toss carrots into bowl with the 3 ingredients and mix well.
  • Add sesame seeds and toss again.
  • Let it cool to room temperature.
  • Squeeze them into a few medium size jars with the remaining juice.
  • Keep refrigerated.
  • Stays crunchy and fresh for months!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.2, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 103.3, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.1, Protein 1.7

JAPANESE-STYLE CARROT STICKS



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Categories     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Carrot     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound carrots, cut into sticks

Steps:

  • In a saucepan cook vinegar, sugar, and salt over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and mixture is hot. Put carrots in a heatproof ceramic or glass dish and pour vinegar mixture over them. Marinate carrots, covered and shilled, at least 4 hours and up to 1 day.

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots: Look for carrots that are firm and have a bright orange color. Avoid carrots that are limp or have blemishes.
  • Cut the carrots into even-sized sticks: This will help them cook evenly. You can use a knife or a mandoline to cut the carrots.
  • Blanch the carrots before stir-frying: Blanching will help to soften the carrots and remove any bitterness. To blanch the carrots, simply place them in a pot of boiling water for 1-2 minutes. Then, remove them from the water and plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Use a well-seasoned wok or skillet: A well-seasoned wok or skillet will help to prevent the carrots from sticking. If you don't have a well-seasoned wok or skillet, you can season it by stir-frying a small amount of oil in it over high heat until it starts to smoke. Then, remove the oil from the wok or skillet and wipe it out with a paper towel.
  • Stir-fry the carrots over high heat: This will help to create a nice caramelized flavor. Be sure to stir the carrots constantly so that they cook evenly.
  • Add your favorite seasonings: You can add a variety of seasonings to your stir-fried carrots, such as soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, or chili flakes. Experiment with different seasonings to find your favorite combination.

Conclusion:

Japanese-style carrot sticks are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a meal or as a snack. They are easy to make and can be flavored with a variety of seasonings. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Japanese-style carrot sticks a try.

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