PAN-SEARED CARROT STEAKS

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Applying a classic steak cooking technique to carrots turns them into a satisfying vegetarian main. For the best presentation, use the largest carrots you can find.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Carrot     Spring     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Small Plates

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 pound extra-large carrots (about 2-3), peeled and sliced in half lengthwise
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 lemon (for serving)
1 tablespoon parsley leaves, coarsely chopped
Flaky sea salt (for serving)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine salt, pepper, coriander, cumin, and paprika in a small bowl. Rub carrots with spice mixture, reserving 3/4 tsp. in bowl.
  • Heat oil in a large ovenproof heavy skillet (preferably cast-iron) over medium-high until shimmering. Add carrots cut side down and sear until crisp and browned, 5-6 minutes. Flip carrots and transfer to oven. Roast carrots until tender when pierced with a knife and nicely browned on the outside, 20-25 minutes. Transfer skillet back to stovetop over medium heat. Add butter and reserved spice mixture, and once melted, use a spoon to baste carrots with spiced butter for about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer carrots to a serving platter or divide among plates. Drizzle with remaining spiced butter from skillet and squeeze lemon over. Sprinkle with parsley and sea salt.

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