Description
Experience a flavor explosion with our Spicy Korean Carrots Recipe! These vibrant, tangy, and slightly sweet carrots are infused with spices that create an irresistible kick in every bite. Perfect as a side dish or a standalone snack, this quick and easy recipe is sure to impress at any gathering or during a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium carrots (about 400g), julienned
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Wash and peel the carrots, then cut them into thin julienne strips.
- In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, rice vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, and chili powder. Whisk until well mixed.
- Add the julienned carrots to the marinade and toss until evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (100g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg