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Spicy Maple Roast Carrots with Crispy Chickpeas and Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Spicy Maple Roast Carrots with Crispy Chickpeas and Yogurt Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Harper
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 5 as a side, 2 - 3 as a main
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Oven

Description

Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying dish with these Spicy Maple Roast Carrots paired with Crispy Chickpeas and a refreshing Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce. Perfect for a side or light main course!


Ingredients

Units Scale

Carrots:

  • 16 Dutch carrots, scrubbed clean and tops trimmed (keep 2cm/1" of tops for looks)
  • 600g/1.2 lb regular carrots (5 medium), peeled, cut into quarters

Spicy Maple Sauce (for carrots):

  • 3 tbsp maple syrup (or 2 1/2 tbsp honey)
  • 2 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Crispy Seasoned Chickpeas:

  • 400g/14 oz can chickpeas, drained but not dried
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Extra Sauce (optional):

  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tbsp sriracha

Lemon Garlic Yogurt Sauce:

  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic, finely grated
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt

Garnishes:

  • 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander/cilantro leaves (sub parsley)
  • 3 tbsp toasted pistachios, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 200°C/425°F (180°C fan) and adjust the racks for optimal air circulation.
  2. Prepare chickpeas & carrots: Spread drained chickpeas on a tray and toss carrots with Spicy Maple Sauce. Roast both in the oven.
  3. Crisp chickpeas: After 10 minutes, toss chickpeas with oil and spices. Return to oven until crispy.
  4. Roast carrots: Roast carrots for 30 minutes, tossing halfway, until tender and caramelized.
  5. Make yogurt sauce: Combine yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Let flavors meld.
  6. Prepare extra sauce: Mix additional sauce ingredients if desired.
  7. Assemble: Plate by spreading yogurt sauce, topping with carrots, extra sauce, chickpeas, coriander, and pistachios. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Adjust spiciness by reducing or increasing sriracha.
  • Add extra sauce for caramelization and tangy flavor.
  • Toast pistachios for added flavor and crunch.
  • Ensure chickpeas are crispy outside yet soft inside.