Turkish Carrot Yogurt Dip
This Turkish Carrot Yogurt Dip Recipe (also known as Havuç Tarator) is a creamy carrot dip with spices, garlic and walnuts. It is a popular regional food and is easy to make at home.
Servings 6
Calories 90kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2-3 grated carrots
- ¾ cup plain yogurt Note: You can use a combination of regular yogurt or strained yogurt (süzme yoğurt or Greek yogurt for a creamier texture.)
- 1 clove garlic minced or crushed garlic
- 2 tablespoon fresh dill finely chopped
- 2 tablespoon walnuts chopped
- 1 tbs fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the butter and oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the grated carrot and garlic, then cook, stirring frequently, until the carrots soften (about 5 minutes). The point of this step is to lightly brown the carrots to develop rich flavors. If you have any remaining carrots, you can use them in other recipes.
- Let the mixture cool completely. In a bowl, add the cooked carrots to the yogurt and chopped walnuts. For a more creamy dip, use strained yoghurt.
- Stir in the lemon juice, finely chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste for balanced flavors. Combine well and chill the mixture for about 30 minutes.
- Transfer the dip to a serving dish, decorate with a drizzle of olive oil, walnuts, and a sprinkle of chili flakes before you serve. Havuç tarator can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for a few days. Enjoy!!
Nutrition
Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 152mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4385IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 0.2mg