Savory and Delicious Carrot Stir-Fry for Kids
Perfect Side Dish for Toddlers: Carrot Stir-Fry Recipe
Recently, my child started refusing to eat carrots, so I made this savory carrot stir-fry for them. It was a huge success! This recipe is magical, making my child devour a whole bowl of rice.
Main Ingredients- 1 medium carrot
Seasoning- 1 tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the fresh carrot thoroughly under running water. Then, use a vegetable peeler to gently scrape off the outer skin. This step ensures the carrot is clean and ready to cook, and helps retain its nutrients.
Step 2
Next, julienne the washed carrot into bite-sized strips that are easy for your child to eat. If the strips are too thick, they will take longer to cook; if they are too thin, they might break apart during stir-frying. Aim for a consistent, moderate thickness.
Step 3
Now, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Olive oil helps to bring out the natural sweetness of the carrots and adds a lovely flavor. Avoid overheating the pan to prevent the ingredients from burning.
Step 4
Once the pan is warm, add all the julienned carrots and begin to stir-fry them slowly over medium-low heat. The key is to cook them until they become translucent and tender. This process softens the carrots, making them wonderfully sweet and tender, losing their raw crunch.
Step 5
When the carrots are almost fully cooked, add 1 teaspoon of salt to season. Since this is for a child, season it lightly, just enough to enhance the carrot’s natural sweetness without making it too salty.
Step 6
Finally, just before the stir-fry is completely done, drizzle in 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. The nutty aroma of sesame oil is very appealing to children’s palates. Turn off the heat and gently toss the carrots to evenly coat them with the sesame oil.
Step 7
And there you have it – a super simple ‘Carrot Stir-Fry’ specially made for your child! The savory and sweet flavor is so good that even picky eaters will enjoy it. Serve it over warm rice or alongside other side dishes for a nutritious meal.
