Vegan Air Fried Spiced Carrots with Curry Aioli
When it comes to carrots, there are countless things we can do with them. While many see them as something that can just be throw into a salad, I see options! You can put them in a salad yes, but soups, sauces, and even enjoy them as fries.Â
There are some recipes you just need in your back pocket, this recipe for Air Fried Carrot Fries with Curry Aioli is one of them!Â
Created over 6 years ago, its been my go to ever since. I can’t seem to figure it out, but for some reason I never shared it in this space. Perhaps I thought people wouldn’t realize how good it is lol. However, I promise you, it’s everything and a bag of chips, or well.. fries!Â
So I LOVE traditional fries, but I also love to mix it up and throw in some veggies where I can. If done well, you can turn just about any veggie into fries and not miss the real deal. I love carrots as fries for countless reason. The cook fairly fast, resemble fries, have texture, but also get crispy, they pair well with savory dips and offer a hint of sweet, and the list just goes on an on! Bonus, carrot fries pack more nutrients and fiber than a potato keeping you fuller and due to many properties, your skin glowing.Â
While you can easily roast some carrots into sticks and call them fries and call it a day, you can just as easily pack on some flavor and make a memorable dish that you’ll want to keep around for a lifetime, aka.. these new Air Fryer Spiced Carrot Fries!Â
Just by imparting a little bit of flavor with pantry staples, you can completely elevate this dish. It’s worth your time, please give it a go! If carrots didn’t pair well with curry already, the sauce! Oh my gosh the sauce is so good. It’s slightly sweet, savory with a hint of heat. You can throw it on anything and everything.Â
What’s great about this dish? Honestly, everything! It’s quick with the air fryer cutting your time in half, easy, affordable, perfect for any season, can easily be made in bulk, packs tons of flavor, has a hint of heat, a hint of sweet, the fires are crispy, you can add more spices if you like, you can sub out the honey for maple syrup and vice versa, the sauce can be used for other dishes, it’s great for entertaining, and hands down.. my favorite all time dish!Â
If you’re all about fries or effortless side dishes that packs a flavor punch, you’re going to love these new Air Fried Spiced Carrot Fries with Curry Aioli!
Why this recipe is great:Â
Quick
Perfect side dish and sauce
Easy
AffordableÂ
Flavor packedÂ
Perfect for any seasonÂ
Packs a hint of heat and sweetÂ
Air Fried Spiced Carrots with Curry Aioli
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: Serves 2-4 1x
Ingredients
Carrots:
- 16–20 carrots, wash, peeled
- 1 Tbsp ground curry
- 2 Tsps flake salt
- 2 Tbsp oil
Aioli:
- 1/2 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp vegan mayo
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Wash, peel and chop carrots into fry shapes. The thinner the better in terms of the right texture and crispy-ness.
- Place on a pan and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and curry powder. Toss and coat. I recommend using tongs to not stain your hands or nails.
- Place into an air fryer and bake for 25 mins., checking about halfway through and tossing as needed.
- Aioli: Place everything in a small dish and combine.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and additional flake salt if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins