Moroccan Carrot Dip
Description
Carrot dip may sound unusual, but this Mediterranean-style blend is a perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and a nice change of pace from hummus. It's delicious with pita bread or pita chips.
Ingredients
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1 pound carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
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3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
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1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and thinly sliced
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3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
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1/3 cup apricot preserves
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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4 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Directions
1
Put carrots, garlic, ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan. Add 2 cups water to cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, until carrots are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain.
2
Transfer carrot mixture to a food processor along with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, apricot preserves, lemon juice, sesame oil, coriander, and cayenne. Process until almost smooth.