carrots with garlic and yogurt
From "A Taste of Turkish Cuisine" by Nur Ilkin and Sheilah Kaufman.
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 pound carrots, peeled, coarsely grated
- 3 - garlic cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup drained yogurt (see note below)
- 2 teaspoons aleppo pepper or paprika
- - olives, optional
How To Make carrots with garlic and yogurt
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Step 1Note: To get 1 cup drained yogurt, start with cups of yogurt and place in a cheesecloth-lined colander. Let sit at room temperature for about 4 hours.
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Step 2In a 3-quart pot, heat 5 tablespoons of the oil and sauté the onions, stirring over medium heat for 5 minutes. Do not let them brown or burn.
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Step 3Add the carrots, stirring to mix well, and continue cooking for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
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Step 4Crush the garlic and salt in a mortar and pestle.
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Step 5Place the cooled carrots in a large bowl and add the drained yogurt and the garlic mixture. Mix well and place in a serving dish.
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Step 6Combine the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the paprika and drizzle in a design over the top of the carrots, decorate with olives if desired.
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Step 7Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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