I discovered a carrot cake recipe that called for baby food, but I preferred not to use it. So, I searched for a carrot purée recipe and found a suitable one.
Ideas, Advice and Suggestions
Carrots - Peeled, ends removed – This recipe is ideal for using older carrots, though any type and size can be used, provided they are peeled. Unpeeled carrots often retain a bitterness after cooking, which you wouldn't want in your final dish. So far, I have only used orange carrots.
Water – Tap water will work well
Butter – Margarine may be used as a substitute, though the flavour will differ somewhat from the original.
Salt – Use the suggested quantity or slightly less, and make adjustments as you blend the puree.
Lemon Juice – During the processing stage, you may use either bottled or fresh ingredients as they have varying acidity levels. Add one tablespoon, taste, and then decide if a second one is needed.
Silky Carrot Puree
Preparation Time: 20 min
Cooking Time: 20 min
Total Time: 40 min
Servings: 6
Level of Difficulty: Easy
The Origin of the Recipe: Silky Smooth Carrot Purée
Diet: Not specified
A smooth carrot purée can serve as a versatile base for your meal or as a vibrant side dish. Additionally, it can provide the foundation for a delightful, silky carrot cake.
Ingredients
- ½ kg carrots peeled, ends removed
- ¾ cup water
- 4 tablespoons butter (56g)
- 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt or to taste
- 1 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Slice the carrots thinly, crosswise, to a thickness of half a centimeter.
- In a medium saucepan, combine carrots, water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer until the carrots are tender, about 20 minutes. Keep the saucepan covered to prevent the water from evaporating; the butter and salt in the water add flavour.
- When the carrots become soft and tender enough to mash with a fork, use a slotted spoon to transfer them into a blender. Ensure there's at least ¾ cup of liquid remaining in the pan. Begin by adding ½ cup of this liquid to the blender, along with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Blend until the mixture is smooth. Should you require additional liquid, incorporate the reserved cooking liquid. Season to taste with salt and adjust the lemon juice according to your preference.
- This puree can serve as a side dish with meals or be used in recipes for Silky Carrot Cake Bars, Silky Carrot Cupcakes, or Silky Carrot Soaked Cupcakes.