Citrus Spiced Carrot Coins
Citrus Spiced Carrot Coins are tender carrot slices gently simmered in fresh orange juice with warm spices, garlic, and coconut oil. This colorful side dish is naturally gluten-free, full of vibrant flavor, and perfect alongside roasted meats or vegetarian meals.
Equipment
- grater
- large saucepan
- Mandolin (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup 235 ml fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon mild to medium curry powder
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml melted coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons coarse sea salt
- 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
- 4 cloves garlic grated
- 10 carrots trimmed, peeled, and thinly sliced into coins
Instructions
- Heat the coconut oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the garlic, cumin seeds, coriander, ginger, curry powder, and salt.
- Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the carrot coins.
- Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the fresh orange juice.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat slightly.
- Partially cover the pan.
- Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender and the liquid has reduced.
- Serve warm.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Slice the carrots evenly so they cook at the same rate. Freshly squeezed orange juice provides the brightest citrus flavor. Adjust the curry powder to make the dish milder or more aromatic. Serve alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or a hearty vegetarian entrée.Wine Advice
A crisp Sauvignon Blanc complements the citrus and warm spices beautifully. A dry Riesling also pairs wonderfully with the sweet carrots and fragrant seasonings.Nutrition values
Calories: 160 kcal | Carbohydrates: 35 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 5 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Sodium: 780 mg | Sugar: 15 g