Algerian Carrots
Tender steamed carrots are simmered in a fragrant Algerian-inspired olive oil sauce with warm spices, garlic, thyme, and lemon.
- 40 min
- 165 kcal
- Vegan
- Algerian
- Side dish
- Gluten-free
Mellowpan tip: Makes 6 servings. Plan the extras as tomorrow’s lunch.
Ingredients
For 6 servings
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Steps
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Step 1:
Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill the saucepan with 1 1/2 cups of water, or just below the bottom of the steamer.
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Step 2:
Cover and bring the water to a boil over high heat.
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Step 3:
Add the sliced carrots, reduce the heat to medium, and cover the pan again.
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Step 4:
Steam until the carrots are tender but not mushy, 4 to 6 minutes depending on the thickness of the slices.
4–6 min -
Step 5:
Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
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Step 6:
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Step 7:
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the salt, pepper, cinnamon, cumin, crushed garlic, and thyme.
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Step 8:
Cook the spices and garlic, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 10 minutes.
10 min -
Step 9:
Add the 1/2 cup reserved cooking liquid and the bay leaf, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
20 min -
Step 10:
Stir in the carrots, tossing well to coat with the spice mixture, and cook until heated through, about 2 to 3 minutes.
2–3 min -
Step 11:
Sprinkle with lemon juice and remove the bay leaf before serving.
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