Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.25 cup

blanched almonds

chopped

0.25 cup

coriander seed

ground

2 tbsp

cumin seeds

ground

2 tbsp

sesame seeds

toasted

0.25 cup

unsweetened dried shredded coconut

toasted

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

fresh ground pepper

2 lbs

carrots

cut into 2-inch lengths

6 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp

white wine vinegar

4 tsp

harissa

1 tsp

ground cumin

0.5 tsp

ground ginger

1 piece

pita bread

torn

Step 1
~4 min

Toast almonds in a skillet over moderate heat until golden, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a work surface to cool, then finely chop.

Step 2
~4 min

Add coriander and cumin seeds to the skillet and toast, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder and let cool completely, then coarsely grind.

Step 3
~4 min

In a medium bowl, mix the ground almonds with the spices.

Step 4
~4 min

Add sesame seeds to the skillet and toast over moderate heat, stirring, until golden, about 1 1/2 minutes. Transfer the sesame seeds to the spice grinder.

Step 5
~4 min

Toast the coconut in the skillet over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until golden, about 1 minute. Transfer to the grinder and let cool completely.

Step 6
~4 min

Grind the sesame seeds and coconut to a coarse powder. Add to the almond-spice mixture and season with 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.

Step 7
~4 min

In a large saucepan, cover the carrots with water and bring to a boil.

Step 8
~4 min

Reduce the heat to moderate and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes.

Step 9
~4 min

Drain the carrots and return them to the saucepan. Cook for 30 seconds over medium heat to dry thoroughly.

Step 10
~4 min

Remove from the heat and coarsely mash the carrots with a fork.

Step 11
~4 min

Stir in the 6 tablespoons of olive oil, the vinegar, harissa, ground cumin and ginger.

Step 12
~4 min

Season with salt and pepper.

Step 13
~4 min

Transfer the carrot puree to a bowl and serve with torn pita, olive oil and the spice mix.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of harissa to your desired spice level.

Toast the spices until fragrant for the best flavor.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or vegetables.

Serve as part of a mezze platter.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled lamb
Roasted vegetables
Falafel

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Egypt

Cultural Significance

Carrots and spices are common ingredients in Egyptian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Holiday meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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