Best 6 Cardamom And Fennel Scented Carrots Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to discover the tantalizing flavors of Cardamom and Fennel Scented Carrots. This delectable dish, deeply rooted in Indian cuisine, offers a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and aromatic notes. Prepared with fresh carrots, the recipe incorporates the unique flavors of cardamom and fennel seeds, creating a symphony of flavors that dances on your palate. The addition of ginger, garlic, and green chili adds a touch of warmth and depth, while a hint of lemon juice brightens the dish, leaving you with a refreshing finish. The recipe provides detailed instructions for both the stovetop and Instant Pot methods, ensuring that you can savor this dish regardless of your cooking preferences.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SHAVED CARROT AND FENNEL SALAD WITH HONEY VINAIGRETTE



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I love the flavors in this slaw-type salad. The licorice flavor from the fennel, the sweetness of the carrots, and the tangy-tart apricots meld to create a party in your mouth. And it's so colorful, too. Even better, this salad gets better over time, so it's a great make-ahead side dish.

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 bunch rainbow carrots
1 fennel bulb with fronds (about 1 pound), halved and cored
1/2 cup dried apricots (half a 6-ounce package), thinly sliced
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Shave the carrots into long strips with a vegetable peeler. Place in a large bowl. Thinly slice the fennel and add to the bowl with the carrots. Chop enough fennel fronds to equal 1 tablespoon and add. Add the apricots.
  • Whisk together the honey, vinegar and mustard. Add the oil in a slow, steady stream and whisk until combined. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Let stand at least 1 hour to allow the vegetables to soften. Sprinkle with the pine nuts before serving.

BERBERE ROASTED CARROTS & FENNEL WITH ORANGES



Berbere Roasted Carrots & Fennel with Oranges image

This side starts as something very familiar--roasted vegetables. But the berbere makes the sweet carrots and fennel taste earthier and the orange gives the dish a sprightly edge. Two little changes, but so much complexity. When you drive through Ethiopia, you will see women on the roadsides selling chiles, ginger, and garlic. Others sell spices--coriander, fenugreek, allspice, cardamom. These are some of the ingredients you need to make berbere, the spice mix that permeates every aspect of Ethiopian food. It is a deep red, the color of red clay. It's not a fiery mix. Cooked long and slow, berbere is earthy; added later, it can be lively and bright. When I discovered it, I couldn't wait to begin playing with it. I hope you will, too.

Provided by Marcus Samuelsson

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 fennel bulbs, cored and cut horizontally into 1/2-inch slices
1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Juice of 2 oranges
1 teaspoon Berbere, recipe follows, plus more for serving
Segments of 2 oranges
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn, plus more for serving
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
6 cardamom pods
4 whole cloves
3 or 4 allspice berries
1/2 cup dried onion flakes
5 dried stemmed and seeded chiles de arbol
3 tablespoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat the oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fennel and carrots and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat, then add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and cook until the vegetables soften and start to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the orange juice and berbere. Toss to combine and turn the heat to low. Add the orange segments and mint.
  • Transfer the vegetables to a serving bowl and top additional berbere and mint leaves.
  • Put the coriander seeds, fenugreek seeds, peppercorns, cardamom pods, cloves and allspice berries into a small skillet over medium heat. Toast, swirling the skillet, until fragrant, about 4 minutes. Pour the seeds into a spice grinder and cool. Add the onion flakes and chiles de arbol. Grind to a fine powder. Transfer the spice powder to a bowl and whisk in the paprika, salt, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. Store in a sealed jar, out of the light, for up to 6 months.

CARDAMOM CARROTS



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"These slightly sweet carrots with a hint of cardamom go over big whenever I serve them. They're particularly nice at holidays," says field editor Joan Hallford of North Richland Hills, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds carrots, cut into 2-inch julienned strips
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water, carrots and salt to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. , In a large skillet, combine the butter, brown sugar, cardamom and orange zest. Cook and stir over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Add carrots; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 395mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ROASTED FENNEL AND CARROTS



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Fennel and multi-colored carrots are roasted in the oven, highlighting their natural flavor and sweetness. I serve this with chickpea cassava couscous for a vegan and gluten-free meal.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 large fennel bulbs
14 ounces multi-colored carrots
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Sriracha salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Remove the outer layers of the fennel but leave the fronds. Wash with water. Cut into eighths. Scrub carrots under running water, leaving about 4 inches of the green tops. If your carrots are larger than 3/4-inch in diameter, cut them in half.
  • Arrange the vegetables on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle Sriracha salt evenly over the vegetables.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the vegetables are tender but not too soft, 20 and 25 minutes. Turn on the broiler and brown the vegetables for about 2 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 319.6 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

ROASTED CARROTS & FENNEL



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This addictive fennel recipe is a fresh take on one of my mother's standard wintertime dishes. I usually add more carrots-as many as the pans will hold. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2-1/2 pounds medium carrots, peeled and cut in half lengthwise
1 large fennel bulb, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1 large red onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine carrots, fennel, onion and lemon. Mix oil, coriander, cumin, salt and pepper; drizzle over carrot mixture and toss to coat. Transfer to 2 foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pans., Roast 40-50 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BRAISED CARROTS AND FENNEL



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 large carrots, peeled
2 large bulbs fennel
1 large onion
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped dill
3 tablespoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • Slice the carrots 1/2-inch thick on an angle.
  • Quarter the fennel bulbs lengthwise, cut into bulb to remove core and thinly slice, or roughly chop. Reserve 1/4 cup chopped fennel fronds.
  • Halve and slice the onion. Fill a skillet with 1/4-inch water. Add vegetables then sprinkle with sugar and salt and drizzle with 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil. Simmer covered 20 minutes, and uncovered for 5 minutes and adjust salt. Toss vegetables with fennel fronds, dill and chives.

Tips:

  • Select the right carrots: Choose firm, brightly colored carrots with smooth skin and no bruises or blemishes.
  • Prepare the carrots properly: Peel the carrots and cut them into uniform pieces, such as rounds, sticks, or baby carrots.
  • Use fresh spices: Cardamom and fennel seeds should be fresh and aromatic. If you can't find whole spices, use ground cardamom and fennel powder instead.
  • Toast the spices: This step enhances the flavor and aroma of the spices. Toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Use a good quality olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice for this recipe. It adds a rich, fruity flavor to the carrots.
  • Cook the carrots slowly: Low and slow cooking helps to develop the flavors and caramelize the carrots. Cook them over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes, or until tender.
  • Season the carrots to taste: Add salt and pepper to taste, and a squeeze of lemon juice for a bit of brightness.

Conclusion:

This cardamom and fennel-scented carrots recipe is a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. The combination of cardamom and fennel seeds adds a unique and flavorful twist to the classic roasted carrot dish. These carrots are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. They are also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.

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