Crispy Parmesan Coated Carrots
Description
These crispy parmesan coated carrots are a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. The parmesan adds a savory flavor to the sweet carrots, elevating them to a whole new level of deliciousness. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a quick and easy way to add more vegetables to their diet, while still satisfying their cravings for something crispy and flavorful.
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 1 cup parmesan (for best results use freshly grated)
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F/200°C. Prepare a baking sheet covered with parchment paper.
- Peel your carrots and cut them lengthwise into slices.
In a large bowl mix the olive oil, spices, and 1/2 cup of the grated parmesan . Toss in the carrots and mix until they are evenly coated.
- Dip the flat side of the carrots into the grated parmesan cheese. Arrange them on the baking sheet cheese facing down.
Bake for 20-25 minutes. Enjoy!
Tips
- Use fresh carrots. Fresh carrots will have a better flavor and texture than frozen carrots.
- Peel the carrots. Peeling the carrots will help them to cook more evenly and prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Cut the carrots into even pieces. This will help them to cook evenly.
- Use a good quality Parmesan cheese. Parmesan cheese is a key ingredient in this dish, so it is important to use a good quality cheese.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet. If you crowd the baking sheet, the carrots will not cook evenly.
- Roast the carrots until they are tender but still slightly crisp. If you overcook the carrots, they will become mushy.
- Sprinkle the carrots with Parmesan cheese just before serving. This will help the cheese to melt and brown evenly.
- You can add other seasonings to the carrots, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or herbs.
- You can also vary the cooking method. For example, you can fry the carrots instead of roasting them.
- If you are looking for a healthier option, you can use a light cooking oil, such as canola oil.
- You can also use a non-stick baking sheet to prevent the carrots from sticking.
carrots, parmesan, crispy