Serving Up CSA: Carrot Latkes
The carrots are in, folks! I have been waiting and waiting for carrots to arrive in my weekly CSA box. They’re finally here! And what do I do with them? Bake them. No question!
There’s no better carrot than a carrot baked. They become soft and sweet and somehow more substantial. These patties are usually pan-fried, but, of course, I’m baking them instead. Baked or fried, this twist on latkes is extremely delicious and offers a few more vitamins for your buck. Serve with a little greek yogurt (or sour cream). Your family will think they’re at nana’s!
- 3 cups shredded carrots (use a microplane for this)
- 1/4 cup leeks, finely chopped
- 2 eggs, plus 2 egg whites
- 4 tbsp whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- Preheat oven to 450.
- Combine carrots, leeks, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper (all ingredients). Mixture will be watery, not to worry.
- Now, work quickly. Drop walnut sized spoonfuls of carrot mixture onto a parchment-paper lined jelly roll pan. Flatten only slightly.
- Bake immediately (latkes will begin to run, baking helps stop this process) until browned (about 20-30 mintutes), flipping once, halfway through baking.
- Serve warm, enjoy!
These look really good and sound amazing.
Thanks, Susie! They really are good and *very* easy!
These do look good. I just started to grow carrots in my garden, they have the cute little tips so far.
I love latkes but I never have used carrots! Great recipe!!!
Do try it! Carrots bring a really beautiful color and a slightly more complex flavor. :)
Carrot latkes are such a great idea! I can just imagine how delicious they are!
Oh yes, they definitely are good. Sweet and savory mixes are my favorite. :)
What a great way to use the carrots from your CSA! I like that these latkes are baked and not fried–makes them healthier and easier to make.