Carrot halva
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Here is a classic carrot halva (jazarieh) with nuts and coconut flakes. This dessert is not only healthy and delicious, but also incredibly aromatic. In addition to cinnamon and vanilla extract, you can also add a little ground ginger for a slightly spicy note. You can adjust the sweetness to taste by adding more or less honey, for example. Serve chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Wash, peel, and grate the carrots (another way to make carrot jazerye is to slightly cook carrot pieces and blend them until smooth using an immersion blender). Place in a saucepan, add sugar and water.
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Step 2
2. Place over heat and simmer for about half an hour, stirring occasionally.
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Step 3
3. Add cinnamon, vanilla extract, and honey. Dissolve cornstarch in a small amount of water, then pour it into the saucepan. Mix well and simmer until it reaches the desired consistency.
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Step 4
4. Prepare a sheet of foil or parchment paper. Generously sprinkle it with coconut flakes. You can add variety to the simple carrot jazerye recipe by mixing in chopped nuts into the thickened puree. Place the mixture onto the coconut flakes.
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Step 5
5. Carefully smooth out so that the mixture is evenly and tightly distributed. Press firmly from the top and along the edges.
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Step 6
6. Sprinkle with the remaining coconut flakes and refrigerate. It's best to leave homemade carrot halva overnight. Then cut into portions with a sharp knife and serve.