7 Delicious and Practical Carrot Vegetable Recipes for Children's Daily Menu

Kapanlagi.com - Carrots are known as vegetables rich in vitamin A, good for eye health and children's growth. Their naturally sweet taste makes carrots suitable for various delicious dishes, especially for children who can be picky eaters.

In this article, Kapanlagi presents several processed vegetable recipes that are not only delicious but also practical to make at home. From stir-fries, warm soups, to fried snacks, all recipes are designed to be liked by children while remaining nutritious.

So, what are those practical recipes? Here are some processed carrot vegetable recipes that can be part of children's daily menu. Let's check it out, KLovers!

1. Stir-Fried Carrots and Green Beans

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Stir-fried carrots and green beans is a simple side dish that pairs well with warm rice. The combination of bright colors and savory flavors makes this dish popular among many people. The cooking process is quick and suitable for daily meals. Here’s how to make this carrot vegetable dish:

Ingredients:

- 2 carrots, sliced thinly

- 100 g green beans, sliced diagonally

- 2 cloves of garlic, minced

- 1/2 tsp salt

- 1/4 tsp pepper

- 1 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil, sauté the garlic until fragrant.

2. Add the carrots and green beans, stir well.

3. Add salt and pepper, cook until the vegetables are cooked but still crunchy.

4. Remove from heat and serve.

2. Carrot Fritters

Carrot fritters are a variation of potato fritters with the addition of carrots as the main ingredient. They have a savory taste and a crispy texture on the outside, soft on the inside. They are perfect as a snack or side dish. Here’s how to make this carrot vegetable dish:

Ingredients:

- 2 carrots, finely grated

- 2 eggs

- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

- 1 stalk green onion, finely sliced

- 1/4 tsp salt

- Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl, stir well.

2. Heat the oil, take 1 tbsp of the mixture, flatten it.

3. Fry until golden brown, flipping once to avoid breaking.

4. Drain and serve warm.

3. Carrot Potato Soup

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Carrot potato soup is a healthy dish with a light flavor. The savory broth combined with the soft texture of carrots and potatoes makes it suitable to enjoy at any time, especially during cold weather. Here’s how to make this carrot vegetable dish:

Ingredients:

- 2 carrots, diced

- 2 potatoes, diced

- 1 stalk of celery

- 1 clove of garlic, crushed

- 500 ml of water

- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil the water and garlic until it boils.

2. Add the potatoes and carrots, cook until tender.

3. Add salt, pepper, and celery.

4. Adjust the seasoning, remove from heat, and serve warm.

4. Carrot Fritters

Carrot fritters are crispy and savory fried snacks. They are usually served with bird's eye chili or chili sauce. Easy to make and perfect as a companion for afternoon tea. Here’s how to make this carrot vegetable dish:

Ingredients:

- 2 carrots, coarsely grated

- 5 tablespoons of all-purpose flour

- 1 tablespoon of rice flour

- 1 stalk of green onion, finely sliced

- 1/2 teaspoon of salt

- Water as needed

- Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Mix all the ingredients except for the oil, stir until it forms a thick batter.

2. Heat the oil, take a spoonful of the batter, and fry until golden brown.

3. Remove and drain the oil.

4. Serve with chili or chili sauce.

5. Stir-Fried Carrots with Oyster Sauce

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Stir-fried carrots with oyster sauce is a quick and easy oriental-style dish. The savory flavor of the oyster sauce perfectly blends with the natural sweetness of the carrots. This dish is suitable for a practical lunch. Here’s how to make this carrot vegetable dish:

Ingredients:

- 2 carrots, sliced diagonally

- 1 clove of garlic, minced

- 1 tbsp oyster sauce

- 1/4 tsp salt

- 2 tbsp oil

- A little water

Instructions:

1. Sauté the garlic until fragrant.

2. Add the carrots, and add a little water.

3. Add the oyster sauce and salt, stir well.

4. Cook until the carrots are tender and the sauce is absorbed.

6. Carrot Nuggets

Carrot nuggets are a healthy snack alternative that is suitable for children. They have a soft texture and can be made in large quantities to be stored as stock. Here’s how to make this carrot vegetable dish:

Ingredients:

- 3 carrots, finely grated

- 2 eggs

- 5 tbsp breadcrumbs

- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

- 1/2 tsp salt

- Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Mix the carrots, eggs, and flours until well combined.

2. Pour into a baking dish, steam for 20 minutes.

3. Once cool, cut into squares, coat with breadcrumbs.

4. Fry until golden brown, serve warm.

7. Sour Vegetable with Carrot

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Sour vegetable with carrot is a variation of the traditional sour vegetable. The carrot adds a fresh sweetness that balances the sourness of the broth. It is perfect for a refreshing home menu. Here are the steps to make this carrot vegetable dish:

Ingredients:

- 2 carrots, cut into matchsticks

- 1 corn, cut into pieces

- 2 bay leaves

- 2 cm galangal, smashed

- 1 tbsp tamarind water

- Salt and sugar to taste

- 700 ml water

Instructions:

1. Boil water with bay leaves and galangal.

2. Add carrots and corn, cook until tender.

3. Add tamarind water, salt, and sugar.

4. Adjust the taste, remove from heat and serve warm.

Those are some carrot vegetable recipes that you can make at home. There are still many recipe recommendations that you can discover by reading articles on kapanlagi.com. Because, if not now, when?

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