This carrot cake is not a dessert, though at first glance it looks like one. Whimsical and festive, it could even be a birthday cake for someone lacking a sweet tooth. Serve it as a first course, or pair it with a salad for a light meal.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories cakes, vegetables, appetizer, side dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Position a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 425 degrees.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, salt, white sesame seeds, turmeric, cayenne, baking powder and baking soda.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, feta, carrots and scallions. Lightly butter a 9-inch cake pan.
- Add buttermilk mixture to dry ingredients and beat well to make a thick batter.
- Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. When butter is hot, add cumin seeds and mustard seeds and cook until fragrant (seeds will begin to pop a bit). Adjust heat so butter does not burn; it's O.K. if butter browns a little.
- Whisk hot butter mixture into batter and beat well to combine. Scrape batter into prepared cake pan and smooth top with a spatula.
- Bake on the middle rack for 25 to 30 minutes or until a skewer or paring knife inserted into the cake comes out clean. Cool in the pan on a rack, then invert onto a plate. (Cake may be baked several hours or up to a day in advance.)
- To finish cake, beat crème fraîche with a fork to loosen, then spread with a metal spatula or knife to coat top and sides. Decorate with cilantro sprigs and reserved scallions. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds, if desired, and crushed red pepper. Cut into wedges and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 285, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 370 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Ck Gs
[email protected]This carrot cake is one of the best I've ever had. I highly recommend it!
Carlos H
[email protected]This carrot cake is a must-try for any carrot cake lover.
abbas kanaan
[email protected]I love the unique flavor of this carrot cake. It's perfect for a special occasion.
Moushen Ken
[email protected]This carrot cake is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional carrot cake.
Wickus Steyn
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and creative ways to cook carrot cake. This recipe is definitely a winner.
Zay Lovett
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Icy Boom
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of carrot cake, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! It's delicious!
Gk Gk
[email protected]This carrot cake is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I highly recommend it!
Shawn Kelly
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so easy to make. I can whip it up in no time.
jessica luina
[email protected]This cake is a hit with my family and friends. I always get requests for the recipe.
Lekhnath Bhusal
[email protected]5 stars!
Kashif Mughal
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfect.
Zar Muhammad Khan
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this carrot cake. The savory spices give it a unique flavor that I really liked.
DarkSpacexUwU
[email protected]This cake is so moist and flavorful! I love the unique combination of spices and vegetables. It's a great recipe for a potluck or party.
Michael Barrientes
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of carrot cake, but this savory version is a game-changer. The spices really balance out the sweetness of the carrots and make it a more savory and satisfying dish.
Rajesh Rijal
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some carrots, celery, and onions that were about to go bad, so I threw them into the cake batter and it turned out great!
Parwana Arifi
[email protected]I was hesitant to try a savory carrot cake, but I'm so glad I did! The combination of spices and vegetables creates a moist and flavorful cake that is perfect for any occasion.
Sabrina Hansley
[email protected]This carrot cake is a delightful twist on the classic recipe. The savory spices add a unique and flavorful dimension that makes it stand out from the traditional sweet version.