Tzimmes, a traditional Jewish stew, is a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors, often served during special occasions like Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of vegetables, but carrots and sweet potatoes are classic choices, lending a vibrant color and natural sweetness. Whether you prefer a classic tzimmes recipe or a more innovative take with dried fruits or a hint of spice, this article has you covered. Discover the delightful flavors of tzimmes and find the perfect recipe to tantalize your taste buds. From the traditional Eastern European Jewish tzimmes to Moroccan-inspired variations, these recipes offer a culinary journey that celebrates the diverse heritage of this beloved dish.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
CARROT AND SWEET POTATO TZIMMES
This is a favorite from my childhood - my mother would make it for festive meals.
Provided by SHEBETH
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes
Time 55m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Oil a 9x13-inch baking dish with canola oil.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and stir in the baby carrots. Reduce heat to a simmer, and cook the baby carrots until firm but tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the sweet potato chunks, and simmer for 5 more minutes; drain.
- Place the carrots, sweet potatoes, and prunes into the prepared baking dish, and stir to combine. In a bowl, whisk together the reserved pineapple juice, honey, orange juice, salt, and cinnamon until smooth, and pour the mixture over the carrots, sweet potatoes, and prunes. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the mixture is bubbling, about 30 minutes. Remove from oven, and take off the aluminum foil. Mix in the pineapple chunks and cornstarch until thoroughly combined, and return to the oven until slightly thickened, about 10 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.6 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 183.2 mg, Sugar 31.7 g
CARROT, APPLE, AND SWEET POTATO TZIMMES
Make and share this Carrot, Apple, and Sweet Potato Tzimmes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lizzie Rodriquez
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over high heat, combine carrots, potatoes and enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium. cover and cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Drain.
- In a 2 1/2 quart baking dish, layer carrot slices to cover bottom. Sprinkle 1/3 brown sugar, salt and pepper on top and dot with 1 tablespoon margarine. Continue layering until all ingredients are used up, sprinkling each layer and brown sugar and dotting with margarine. Pour 1 cup water over mixture.
- Cover and bake 30 minutes at 350 degree oven until apples are tender. Uncover and bake 5 more minutes until top is golden.
ROASTED CARROT AND SWEET POTATO TZIMMES
Categories Carrot Casserole/Gratin Potato Side Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Use a vegetable peeler to peel the zest of two oranges into large strips (be sure to press down only hard enough to remove just the colored part of the skin, not the bitter white pith). Do the same with the lemon. Juice enough oranges to get 2 ½ cups juice. Cut carrots crosswise into 2-inch chunks or lengthwise into 2-inch pieces. Cut the sweet potatoes into large bite-size chunks. Cut shallots into quarters lengthwise. Snip dried fruit in half. Use a roasting pan large enough to accommodate all the vegetables in roughly a single layer (don't go crazy with this, just don't pile them too deeply). Place carrots, potatoes, shallots, dried fruit, and lemon and orange zests into pan. Toss with olive oil, salt and pepper. Pour juice over all. Roast uncovered until vegetables are tender and browned in places, and the juice is mostly absorbed, about 1 ¼ hours. Turn the vegetables once or twice during the cooking time. If you want more juice in the finished dish, add another ½-1 cup juice during last 20 minutes of cooking time. The juices should thicken slightly. This dish may be made a day ahead and reheated in a 350-degree oven.
Tips:
- Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, unblemished sweet potatoes that are about the same size so they cook evenly.
- Peel the sweet potatoes and carrots thinly: This will help them cook more quickly and evenly.
- Cut the sweet potatoes and carrots into uniform pieces: This will also help them cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: If you're cooking a lot of sweet potatoes and carrots, cook them in batches so they have enough room to brown.
- Season to taste: Add more salt, pepper, or other seasonings to taste, as desired.
- Serve immediately: Tzimmes is best served hot or warm, so it's a great dish to make for a holiday feast or potluck.
Conclusion:
Sweet potato and carrot tzimmes is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or main course. It's a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes and carrots, and it's also a healthy and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion.
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