Carrot Dessert
Description
The recipe won't take much time. This carrot dessert comes from Turkish cuisine and is called "Jezeri". It doesn't cook quickly, but it's very simple—every step is described below. You decide which nuts or spices to add and what shape to give the dessert. You can chill it as a large slab and then cut it into squares or diamonds; the shape can be whatever you prefer. Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients for the dessert.
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Step 2
Grate the carrots on a fine grater, measure out three cups, place in a heavy-bottomed pot and simmer for 2 hours, adding water as it evaporates, stirring occasionally.
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Step 3
Chop the walnuts, but not too finely; you can do this right in a bag using a rolling pin.
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Step 4
Remove the zest from the lemon and squeeze the lemon juice.
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Step 5
After 2 hours, add sugar, cardamom, vanilla extract, and continue cooking until the carrots caramelize and turn into a sticky paste.
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Step 6
Let the mixture cool slightly.
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Step 7
Lay plastic wrap on the table, spread coconut flakes in an even layer, then place the carrot mixture on top.
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Step 8
Place the chopped nuts in the center.
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Step 9
Roll up the roll, using the edge of plastic wrap to help shape it and make it firm. Let it cool completely.
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Step 10
Remove the dessert from the film and cut it into pieces.
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Step 11
Coat in coconut flakes.
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Step 12
Place the dessert on a serving plate.
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Step 13
Pour the tea and enjoy this wonderful dessert. It's delicious!