Carrot crumble
6 servings
30 minutes
Carrot crumble is an amazing blend of British culinary tradition and warm Eastern flavor notes. The recipe is based on caramelized carrots with ginger, fragrant cinnamon, and a touch of honey sweetness. Crumble, as a symbol of coziness and home warmth, is usually made with fruits, but this version offers an unusual yet refined take on the classic. French baguette turned into delicate crispy crumbs adds textural variety, making the dish both soft and crunchy. An ideal choice for an autumn dinner or cozy family tea time, it impresses with its simplicity while delighting with rich flavor. The light tartness of lemon highlights the sweetness of caramel, while butter adds depth. This dessert is easy to prepare and its taste will linger in memory for a long time.
1
Peel the carrot and grate it on a coarse grater, and the ginger on a fine grater.
- Carrot: 1 kg
- Ginger: 50 g
2
In a deep skillet, melt the butter, add sugar, and heat until the sugar starts to caramelize - forming light brown bubbles.
- Butter: 100 g
- Sugar: 100 g
3
Then add the carrot and ginger to the pan and sauté them in caramel, stirring constantly, for ten minutes. Add lemon juice, cinnamon, honey, and sauté for another five minutes.
- Carrot: 1 kg
- Ginger: 50 g
- Lemon: 1 piece
- Cinnamon: pinch
- Honey: 3 tablespoons
4
Chop the baguette into large pieces, place them in a blender, and turn it on to make breadcrumbs.
- French baguette: 0.5 piece
5
Place the carrots in a dish, sprinkle with breadcrumbs, and put in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for fifteen minutes.
- French baguette: 0.5 piece