My Mama's Carrot Tzimmes

Delight your taste buds with "My Mama's Carrot Tzimmes," a heartwarming, sweet-and-savory Jewish dish that's perfect for celebrations or comforting family dinners. This traditional recipe combines tender carrots and sweet potatoes with the natural sweetness of prunes and apricots, all simmered in a luscious sauce of orange juice, honey, and warm cinnamon. A touch of brown sugar enhances its caramelized flavor, while a pinch of salt balances the sweetness beautifully. Easy to prepare in just over an hour, this one-pot side dish offers rich, nostalgic flavors and a silky texture that pairs perfectly with savory mains or stands alone as a cozy treat. Crafted with love and wholesome ingredients, this carrot tzimmes brings a harmonious blend of sweetness and warmth to your holiday table or everyday meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium carrots
• 1 large sweet potato
• 1 cup prunes
• 0.5 cup apricots
• 1 cup orange juice
• 0.25 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel the carrots and cut them into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel the sweet potato and cut it into 1-inch cubes. Set aside with the carrots.

Step 3

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the carrots and sweet potato to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the prunes and apricots, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Add the orange juice, water, honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the carrots and sweet potatoes are tender.

Step 8

Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.

Step 9

Taste and adjust sweetness or seasoning, if desired.

Step 10

Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1461.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1441.4

Total Fat 22.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.2g
Cholesterol 5.4mg	0%
Sodium 1805.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 315.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.7g	0%
Total Sugars 205.6g
Protein 15.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 380.1mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 3982.2mg	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: 13.5%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 82.6%