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Desserts

Cezerye (Turkish sweet carrots)

A traditional Turkish dessert, usually served in winter, made of grated carrots simmered in milk and sugar until they form a soft, fragrant cream. It's served lukewarm, often sprinkled with pistachios or nuts.

50 min
4 servings
Medium
Budget-friendly
🇹🇷 Türkiye

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Instructions

Peel the carrots and grate them finely.
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat and sauté the grated carrots for 5 minutes, stirring.
Pour in half the milk, add the sugar and cardamom, then simmer gently, stirring regularly.
Add the rest of the milk as the liquid evaporates, for about 30 minutes, until you have a thick, creamy consistency.
Off the heat, stir in the vanilla and cinnamon, then spoon into small bowls.
Serve lukewarm or cold, topped with crushed pistachios or coconut.