Best 7 Spicy Mexican Carrots Recipes

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Spice up your next meal with the zesty flavors of spicy Mexican carrots! This vibrant and delectable dish is a perfect blend of heat and sweetness, sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can easily create this flavorful side dish that will complement any Mexican-inspired cuisine or add a unique twist to your everyday meals. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for spicy Mexican carrots!

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

TAQUERIA-STYLE SPICY PICKLED CARROTS



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Zanahorias en escabeche are those delish tangy, spicy carrots served alongside your favorite dishes at taquerias. They are easy to make and delicious to add to take your tacos, tortas, or any Mexican dishes. This is not a canning recipe, so keep them in the fridge. Refrigerate them for up to 4 weeks.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Pickled     Pickled Vegetable Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup white vinegar
1 cup water
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
¾ pound carrots
1 small yellow onion
6 medium fresh jalapenos
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 large bay leaves
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, water, and sea salt together in a small saucepan. Bring to a low boil over medium-high heat, reduce heat, and simmer until salt is completely dissolved, about 3 minutes. Set aside.
  • Peel carrots and cut them into 1/2-inch diagonal slices. Cut onion into quarters. Cut each quarter into 3 strips. Cut stems off jalapenos and cut each jalapeno into 6 strips. Slightly crush each garlic clove.
  • Warm oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, add carrots, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes. Add bay leaves, peppercorns, oregano, and cumin seeds. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add onion, jalapenos, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and fragrant but not soft, about 15 minutes.
  • Place vegetables in a 24-ounce wide-mouth canning jar. Pour in the cooled vinegar mixture until liquid reaches 1 inch from the top. Pour olive oil on top and secure the lid. Allow to cool to room temperature. The carrots are ready to serve after 1 hour but best after sitting for 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 335.2 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

MEXICAN HOT CARROTS



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I'm from Southern California. You can not find a restaurant that does not have these hot carrots. Being on the East Coast now, I have had to come up with my own version to duplicate the hot carrots of home.

Provided by lili619

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 8h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 carrots, peeled and sliced
1 (16 ounce) jar sliced jalapeno peppers, with liquid
2 onions, thinly sliced
1 cup vinegar

Steps:

  • Place the carrots in a saucepan with enough water to cover and cook over medium heat until nearly boiling, 7 to 10 minutes. Immediately drain the carrots and set aside to cool.
  • Divide the cooled carrots into two 1-quart glass jars. Alternate layers of onion and jalapeno peppers atop the carrots until the jars are full.
  • Mix the liquid from the jalapeno peppers and the vinegar in a saucepan; bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Remove from heat and pour the liquid into the jars until full. Seal the jars with lids. Place the jars in the refrigerator until cold, at least 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.1 g, Sodium 39.5 mg, Sugar 5 g

OVEN-ROASTED SPICED CARROTS



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I started roasting veggies and serving them often with dinner. Now my children say, "Is it OK to finish the veggies?" Pinch me. -Joan Duckworth, Lee's Summit, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds medium carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash ground cloves
Dash cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, toss carrots with oil. Mix seasonings; sprinkle over carrots and toss to coat., Arrange carrots in a single layer in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Roast 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned and crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 228mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY CARROTS



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While the entree cooks, fix a speedy stovetop side dish of Spicy Carrots. "After my sister brought the carrots to a family gathering, my husband begged me to asked for the recipe," recalls Dawn Flanigan of Westville, Ohio. Folks who like horseradish will enjoy the tangy-sweet combination. "It tastes too good to be so quick and easy," Dawn Assures. "I use baby carrots to save time, but regular carrots can be sliced into sticks instead," she adds.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place carrots in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and keep warm. , In the same pan, melt butter; stir in the sugar, horseradish and parsley. Add the carrots, salt and pepper; stir gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 134mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MEXICAN STYLE HOT PICKLED CARROTS



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These are the hot carrots like you get in Mexican restaurants. They are positively addictive. I usually make a batch and share with a friend or neighbor. This recipe comes from a restaurant in San Diego called Alta Vista. It was owned and run by a woman named Mary Sargent. Her loyal customers were saddened when she closed her doors and retired, but at least we are able to make these delicious carrots.

Provided by dawnie2u

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 cups, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs carrots, peeled and sliced on the diagonal (1/4 inch thick)
2 yellow onions, peeled and sliced
1 1/2 quarts warm water
7 ounces whole canned jalapeno peppers, with liquid
1 tablespoon dried oregano
6 whole garlic cloves
2 cups cider vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon salt

Steps:

  • Put carrots in a large 3 or 4-quart pot. Add warm water and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Boil for 5 minutes and then remove from heat.
  • To pot, add the peppers, onions, oregano, garlic, vinegar, bay leaves and salt.
  • Let cool for 2-3 hours. Put in jars and place in refrigerator. These will keep for a week after opening jar.
  • Can also be kept in airtight containers in refrigerator.
  • Makes 8-9 cups.

MOROCCAN SPICY CARROTS



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Categories     Salad     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Raisin     Carrot     Summer     Gourmet     Vegan     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4 as a first course

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons golden raisins
1/8 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon hot water
4 large carrots
2 teaspoons ground coriander seeds
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl stir together raisins, saffron, and water and let mixture stand 30 minutes to soften raisins.
  • While raisin mixture is standing, cut carrots into 3-inch lengths and, using side of a grater with teardrop-shaped holes, grate sides of carrots, discarding woody center cores. In a small heavy skillet stir together coriander seeds, cumin, and oil and cook over moderate heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • In a bowl toss together carrots, raisin mixture, spices, cilantro, pepper, and salt to taste.

MOROCCAN SPICED CARROTS



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Create a carrot sensation with this simple idea for a dressing and experiment with your favourite veg

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Side dish, Supper

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

500g carrot , halved and cut into thin rounds
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
harissa paste
1 tbsp lemon juice
handful chopped coriander , plus extra

Steps:

  • Place the carrots in a steamer set over a pan of boiling water and cook for 7-10 mins until just soft. Mix together the remaining ingredients, then toss the warm carrots through the dressing.
  • Sprinkle with extra chopped coriander to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, young carrots.
  • If you don't have a comal, you can use a large skillet or griddle.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the comal or skillet, or the carrots will steam instead of roasting.
  • Roast the carrots until they are slightly charred and tender, but still have a little bit of crunch.
  • Season the carrots with salt, pepper, and chili powder to taste.
  • Serve the carrots immediately, or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Spicy Mexican carrots are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover carrots. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give spicy Mexican carrots a try!

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