Libyan Carrot Dish

Discover the bold and vibrant flavors of a traditional Libyan Carrot Dish, a delightful combination of tender carrots simmered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. Infused with warming paprika, earthy cumin, and a hint of optional cayenne for a touch of heat, this recipe is a perfect balance of simplicity and complexity. Fresh garlic, olive oil, and a splash of lemon juice elevate the dish, while a garnish of parsley adds a fresh, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an ideal side dish or light vegetarian main, perfect for pairing with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce. Bring a taste of North African cuisine to your table with this easy, nutritious, and aromatic recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 2 medium tomatoes
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)
• 125 milliliters water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and slice them into thin rounds about 0.5 cm thick. Set aside.

Step 2

Grate the tomatoes using a box grater, discarding the skin. Alternatively, you can blend the tomatoes until smooth. Set the tomato puree aside.

Step 3

Finely chop the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the chopped garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 6

Stir in the paprika, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.

Step 7

Add the grated or blended tomatoes to the pan and stir thoroughly. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Add the sliced carrots to the pan and stir to coat them in the tomato sauce.

Step 9

Pour in the water and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the carrots cook for 20 minutes or until they are tender, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Once the carrots are tender and the sauce has thickened to a desirable consistency, stir in the lemon juice and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 11

Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm as a side dish or with crusty bread for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(958.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	671.6

Total Fat 45.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2731.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.0g	0%
Total Sugars 30.9g
Protein 8.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 256.6mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 2388.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.7%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 37.4%