Best 4 South African Curried Carrot Salad Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of South Africa with our curated collection of curried carrot salad recipes. This delightful dish, known locally as "kerrieslaai," is a symphony of sweet, tangy, and savory notes, offering a refreshing twist to your palate. Whether you prefer a classic preparation or a contemporary rendition, our diverse range of recipes caters to every taste. From the traditional combination of carrots, raisins, and curry powder to innovative variations featuring pineapple, coconut, or even bacon, these recipes promise an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds as you explore the diverse culinary landscape of South Africa through these delectable curried carrot salad creations.

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

SOUTH AFRICAN - CURRIED CARROT SALAD



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This recipe is also from the web site Rainbow Nation Connecting South Africa and has been posted here for the ZWT-7 Tour of Africa. Most South African BBQ's always have a number of salads to compliment the meats. This curried carrot salad is one example of the wonderful salads typically served.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     South African

Time 1h15m

Yield 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 kg carrot
1/2 kg onion
2 cups white vinegar
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup raisins, seedless
1/2 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon clove, whole
1/2 teaspoon peppercorn, black
1/2 cup water
1 1/2 tablespoons cornflour
1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder

Steps:

  • Peel the carrots and slice thinly.
  • Cover the slices with water and boil just until soft then drain and set aside until needed.
  • Peel and halve the onions and slice thinly then cover the onions with boiling water and leave to stand for 15 minutes, then drain the onions.
  • In a large pot add the cooked carrots and onions, white vinegar, sugar, raisins, salt, cloves and black peppercorns and bring to a boil.
  • Mix the corn flour and curry powder with 1/2 cup of water.
  • Now add the curry mixture to the carrot mixture and let boil for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon the hot curried carrots into clean hot jars and seal immediately.

CURRIED CARROT SALAD



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This savory side takes the classic French grated carrot salad and adds depth of flavor, with capers, red onions, curry powder and cumin. It keeps well, so make a large batch and keep it in the refrigerator for several not-sad desk lunches.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup grated or finely chopped red onion (optional)
2 to 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or canola oil (or a mix of the two)
2 to 3 tablespoons buttermilk
2 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground lightly toasted cumin seeds
Salt and black pepper
1 pound carrots, peeled and grated
1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Place the onions, if using, in a bowl and cover with cold water. Soak for 15 minutes, drain, rinse with cold water, then pat dry using a paper towel.
  • Meanwhile, make the dressing: Whisk together the oil, buttermilk, lemon juice, mustard, curry powder and cumin in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the carrots, parsley, capers and drained onions, if using, and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate before serving (I recommend making this 30 minutes to 1 hour ahead, then tossing again just before serving).

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 89, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 234 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CURRIED CARROT SALAD



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Interest them with a new and flavorful dish tonight, and serve our Curried Carrot Salad. A bit of salt and vinegar bring out the natural sweetness of carrots and raisins in this tasty Curried Carrot Salad.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h15m

Yield Makes 6 (1/2-cup) servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb. carrots, peeled, shredded
1/2 cup raisins
1/3 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1-1/2 tsp. curry powder
1 Tbsp. HEINZ Distilled White Vinegar
1 Tbsp. honey
1/4 tsp. salt

Steps:

  • Toss carrots with raisins and onions in large bowl; set aside.
  • Mix all remaining ingredients with wire whisk until well blended. Add to carrot mixture; toss to coat. Cover.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour or until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 230 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

NORTH AFRICAN CARROT SALAD



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Almost anything with feta is good in my book. When I saw this recipe on SmittenKitchen.com I just had to share. Who doesn't need another version of carrot salad? If you don't have harissa at your local market, just make your own: Recipe #10251.

Provided by strawberrybird

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 lb carrot, peeled, trimmed, and grated
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/4 teaspoon ground caraway
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon harissa
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons mint, chopped
1 cup feta, crumbled
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Saute the garlic, caraway, cumin, paprika, harissa, and sugar until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Add lemon juice and stir. Pour over the carrots, add the herbs, and mix. Add more harissa if needed.
  • Let sit for 1 hour, then add the feta and pine nuts if using. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.9, Fat 43.7, SaturatedFat 15, Cholesterol 66.8, Sodium 960.7, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 12.5, Protein 12.9

Tips:

  • For a sweeter salad, use a combination of sweet and regular carrots.
  • If you like a little heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the dressing.
  • For a more substantial salad, add some cooked chicken, tofu, or beans.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the carrots and dressing separately and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, combine the carrots and dressing and toss to coat.

Conclusion:

South African curried carrot salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new salad to try, give this one a try!

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