By Devi Poojari
November 22, 2023
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Juicy, long red carrots are a winter specialty across India and used for multiple purposes beyond just halwa. While the deliciously sweet pudding is a popular favourite, here are eight delicious recipes to make with the seasonal vegetable.
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Combining two winter root vegetables – carrots and turnips – into a warm and comforting bowl of creamy soup, is a great way to enjoy these fibre and nutrient-dense vegetables.
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A dry vegetable preparation that uses two seasonal winter vegetables – red carrots and peas, this sweet and slightly savoury sabzi is best when paired with rotis.
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A North Indian style pickle meant to increase the longevity of these winter vegetables, this condiment can be enjoyed with parathas.
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Also known as gajar ka halwa, this delicious carrot pudding is a decadent winter specialty loaded with ghee, sugar and dry fruits.
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While nothing quite beats the satisfaction of stuffed parathas for breakfast, swap the potatoes for a savoury carrot filling instead.
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A South Indian preparation of finely grated carrots simmered in milk flavoured with cardamom, this payasam tastes delicious when eaten warm.
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A fermented drink that is rich in probiotics, this beverage made by ‘pickling’ carrots with spices and water is a desi version of kombucha.
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Make the most of the winter carrots by turning it into a delicious sweet and tangy chutney that pairs with idli, dosas and upma.
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