For those who love the combination of sweet and savory flavors with a kick of heat, spicy carrot coins are a delightful treat. These bite-sized morsels are not only visually appealing but also incredibly versatile, as they can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even as a main course. With their crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior, spicy carrot coins are sure to tantalize your taste buds and become a favorite among your family and friends.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
SWEET AND SOUR CARROTS OR COPPER PENNIES
Steps:
- Dice carrots then cook in boiling water until tender yet crisp. Drain and allow to cool. Combine tomato soup, vegetable oil, sugar, vinegar, dry dill and salt and bring to a simmer. Let cool to room temperature. Pour mixture over carrots. Add green pepper and onion along with the mix and carrots.
SPICY CARROT COINS
Cumin, coriander and ginger lend unusual zip and flavor to this colorful, healthy side dish shared by Nancy Zimmerman in Cape May Court House, New Jersey.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large nonstick saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. , Discard cinnamon stick. Add honey and lemon juice to carrots. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 5-8 minutes or until carrots are tender and liquid has evaporated.
Nutrition Facts :
SPICY GLAZED CARROTS
Traditional glazed carrots with a little kick. Adjust spices as desired, with more cayenne if you like it hot.
Provided by BAJUNKIN
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots Glazed Carrot Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir carrots with brown sugar, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and nutmeg in the hot oil until carrots are glazed, coated with spices, and tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 46.1 mg, Sugar 16.3 g
CANDY CARROT COINS
Tossed with a brown sugar and butter glaze, these carrots taste slightly sweet and look perfectly shiny.
Provided by looneytunesfan
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Peel the carrots, then slice each one into rounds.
- Place the carrot coins in a microwave-safe bowl, cover them with water, and cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
- Microwave for 6 to 7 minutes or until the carrots are tender but not mushy. Drain the water and set the carrots aside.
- In a small frying pan, melt the butter, stir in the brown sugar and water, and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the carrot coins and toss to coat with the brown sugar mixture. Cook on low for 3 to 4 minutes or until the carrots are thoroughly glazed.
TANGY CARROT COINS
Tangy Carrot Coins give a popular nutritious vegetable a new twist, remarks Lois Stephen from Mt. Morris, Michigan. "This colorful side dish is as easy to fix as plain carrots, but the light, creamy coating makes them extra yummy," she adds.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place carrots in a large saucepan. Add 1 in. of water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Add remaining, ingredients; cook and stir over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or until sauce is thickened and carrots are coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 296mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SWEET AND SPICY CARROTS
Sweet and spicy! Very different!
Provided by Ursula
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix carrots and orange juice in a large saucepan; bring to a boil, place a cover on the pan, reduce heat to low, and cook at a simmer until carrots are tender-crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain carrots, reserving 1/4 cup of the orange juice.
- Return carrots and reserved juice to the pan and place over medium heat. Stir honey, apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, butter, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper with the carrots and juice; cook and stir until sugar dissolves completely and the carrots are glazed and tender, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 330.8 mg, Sugar 28.6 g
CANDIED CARROT COINS
These will be sweet and chewy when done and are the perfect decorations for carrot cake.
Provided by Claire Saffitz
Categories Bon Appétit Candy Carrot Dessert Fat Free Kidney Friendly Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Bring carrots, 2 Tbsp. sugar, and 1/4 cup water to a simmer in a medium skillet over medium-low heat, stirring to separate carrots. Cook until carrots are soft, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium and cook, stirring, until liquid is reduced to a thick syrup (if syrup starts to color, reduce heat). Add several generous pinches of sugar, tossing constantly, then cook, tossing, until carrots are coated. Spread out on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let cool.
- Separate carrots with your fingers and toss each piece in more sugar to coat.
- Do Ahead
- Carrots can be made 1 day ahead. Store tightly wrapped at room temperature. Toss in sugar before using.
SPICY CARROT COINS
Cumin, coriander and ginger give an unusual zip and flavor to this side. What a great way to add Vitamin A to your diet!
Provided by Luvs 2 Cook
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In nonstick saucepan combine the first 8 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Discard cinnamon stick.
- Add honey and lemon juice to carrots. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 5 to 8 minutes or until carrots are tender and liquid has evaporated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.9, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 203.9, Carbohydrate 26.9, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 18.6, Protein 1.6
Tips:
- Choose fresh, firm carrots for the best results.
- Peel and slice the carrots evenly so that they cook evenly.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the carrots into coins to ensure clean cuts.
- Toss the carrot coins in olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting to enhance their flavor.
- Roast the carrot coins at a high temperature for a crispy exterior and tender interior.
- Sprinkle the roasted carrot coins with fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro, for added flavor.
- Serve the roasted carrot coins as a side dish or as a snack.
Conclusion:
Spicy Carrot Coins are a delicious and healthy snack or side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Experiment with different spices and herbs to find your favorite combination. Roasted carrot coins are a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and they are also a good source of vitamins and minerals. So next time you are looking for a healthy and tasty snack, reach for a handful of Spicy Carrot Coins.
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