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Garlic Herb Fried Breaded Carrots are a delightful twist on a classic vegetable side dish. This recipe transforms ordinary carrots into a crispy, flavorful treat that is sure to impress family and friends. The combination of garlic, fresh herbs, and a crunchy breading creates a deliciously unique flavor that elevates the humble carrot to gourmet status.

Garlic Herb Fried Breaded Carrots

A delightful appetizer or savory side dish made with crispy fried breaded carrots and flavored with garlic and herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1.0 lb fresh carrots
  • 1.0 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2.0 large eggs
  • 1.0 cup breadcrumbs
  • 4.0 cloves garlic
  • 1.0 tsp dried oregano
  • 1.0 tsp dried thyme
  • 1.0 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 0.0 to taste salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Carrots: Start by peeling the carrots and cutting them into stick shapes, roughly 0.25 inch wide. Set aside.
  • Set up Dredging Station: In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour seasoned with salt and pepper in the first bowl, the beaten eggs in the second, and the breadcrumbs mixed with minced garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper (and Parmesan cheese if using) in the third.
  • Coat the Carrots: Take a carrot stick, dip it into the flour to coat evenly. Shake off excess flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs to ensure it’s fully covered. Finally, roll the carrot stick in the garlic-herb breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere. Repeat with all carrot sticks.
  • Heat the Oil: In a large frying pan or skillet, pour enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom (about 0.5 inch deep). Heat over medium-high heat until the oil is hot (around 350°F or until a breadcrumb sizzles when dropped in the oil).
  • Fry the Carrots: Carefully add the breaded carrot sticks to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2.0 to 3.0 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Use tongs to turn them for even cooking.
  • Drain and Serve: Remove the fried carrots from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Sprinkle with additional salt while hot.
  • Garnish and Enjoy: Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Notes

Optional grated Parmesan cheese can be added for extra flavor.
Keyword appetizer, carrots, fried, vegetarian