Embark on a Culinary Journey with Purple Heritage Carrots!
The wine-coloured skin of our purple heritage carrot comes from the plant pigment anthocya...
Embark on a Culinary Journey with Purple Heritage Carrots!
The wine-coloured skin of our purple heritage carrot comes from the plant pigment anthocyanin. Inside the flesh of this green is a vibrant orange and it has a crisp bite and lovely sweet flavour. The purple colour remains if you go with light cooking – we recommend steaming then tossing in butter and parsley – but will gradually gave way to orange with longer cooking times.
Purple Heritage Carrots Cooking Suggestions
Steaming: Steaming purple heritage carrots preserves their vibrant hue while ensuring they remain tender and flavourful. Perfect for serving as a side dish with a drizzle of melted butter and a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or thyme.
Roasting: Roasting purple heritage carrots brings out their natural sweetness and caramelises their exterior. They make a delicious side dish for roasted meats, grilled fish or as a topping for salads or grain bowls.
Boiling: Boiling purple heritage carrots is a quick and easy way to cook them, although it may slightly dull their vibrant colour compared to other methods. Serve them hot with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper, or use them as an ingredient in soups, stews or purees.
Grilling: Grilling purple heritage carrots adds a smoky flavour and charred exterior that complements their natural sweetness. They make a delicious side dish for summer barbecues or a flavourful addition to salads and grain bowls.
Purple Heritage Carrots Serving Suggestions
Grilled Meats: Purple heritage carrots complement grilled meats such as steak, chicken or pork chops. The sweet and earthy flavour of the carrots pairs well with the smoky char from the grill.
Creamy Cheese: Serve purple heritage carrots alongside creamy cheeses like goat cheese, feta or brie. The sweetness of the carrots balances the richness of the cheese for a delightful contrast of flavours.
Fresh Greens:Pair purple heritage carrots with fresh greens such as arugula, spinach or kale. The vibrant colours and crisp textures create a visually appealing and nutritious salad.
Citrus Flavours: Enhance the natural sweetness of purple heritage carrots with citrus flavours like orange, lemon or lime. The acidity of the citrus cuts through the sweetness of the carrots for a refreshing combination.
Roasted Nuts: Add crunch and texture to purple heritage carrots by pairing them with roasted nuts such as almonds, walnuts or pecans. The nuttiness of the nuts complements the earthy flavour of the carrots.
Herbs and Spices: Incorporate fresh herbs like parsley, thyme or rosemary to enhance the flavour of purple heritage carrots. Additionally, spices such as cumin, coriander, or ginger can add depth and warmth to the dish.
Grain Dishes: Serve purple heritage carrots alongside grain dishes like quinoa, couscous, or rice pilaf. The sweetness of the carrots adds a burst of flavour to the grains for a satisfying and nutritious meal.
Seafood: Pair purple heritage carrots with seafood such as grilled shrimp, seared scallops or baked salmon. The sweet and savoury flavours of the carrots complement the delicate flavours of the seafood for a harmonious pairing.
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<p>The wine-coloured skin of our purple heritage carrot comes from the plant pigment anthocyanin. Inside the flesh of this <a title="green" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/groceries/fruit-vegetables/specialist-vegetables">green</a> is a vibrant orange and it has a crisp bite and lovely sweet flavour. The purple colour remains if you go with light cooking – we recommend steaming then tossing in butter and parsley – but will gradually gave way to orange with longer cooking times.</p>
<p><strong>Purple Heritage Carrots Cooking Suggestions</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Steaming:</strong> Steaming purple heritage carrots preserves their vibrant hue while ensuring they remain tender and flavourful. Perfect for serving as a side dish with a drizzle of melted <a title="butter" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/larder-greengrocer/specialist-butter">butter</a> and a sprinkle of fresh <a title="herbs" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/groceries/micro-herbs-and-herbs">herbs</a> like parsley or thyme.</li>
<li><strong>Roasting:</strong> Roasting purple heritage carrots brings out their natural sweetness and caramelises their exterior. They make a delicious side dish for roasted <a title="meats" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/meat-poultry">meats</a>, grilled <a title="fish" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/seafood/fresh-fish">fish</a> or as a topping for <a title="salads" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/groceries/fruit-vegetables/salad">salads</a> or grain bowls.</li>
<li><strong>Boiling:</strong> Boiling purple heritage carrots is a quick and easy way to cook them, although it may slightly dull their vibrant colour compared to other methods. Serve them hot with a drizzle of <a title="olive oil" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/groceries/specialist-oils/olive-oil">olive oil</a> and a sprinkle of salt and pepper, or use them as an ingredient in soups, stews or purees.</li>
<li><strong>Grilling: </strong>Grilling purple heritage carrots adds a smoky flavour and charred exterior that complements their natural sweetness. They make a delicious side dish for summer <a title="barbecues" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/bbq">barbecues</a> or a flavourful addition to salads and grain bowls.</li>
</ul>
<p>Purple Heritage Carrots Serving Suggestions</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Grilled Meats: </strong>Purple heritage carrots complement grilled meats such as steak, chicken or pork chops. The sweet and earthy flavour of the carrots pairs well with the smoky char from the grill.</li>
<li><strong>Creamy Cheese: </strong>Serve purple heritage carrots alongside creamy <a title="cheeses" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/specialist-cheese">cheeses</a> like goat cheese, feta or brie. The sweetness of the carrots balances the richness of the cheese for a delightful contrast of flavours.</li>
<li><strong>Fresh Greens:</strong>Pair purple heritage carrots with fresh greens such as arugula, spinach or kale. The vibrant colours and crisp textures create a visually appealing and nutritious salad.</li>
<li><strong>Citrus Flavours:</strong> Enhance the natural sweetness of purple heritage carrots with citrus flavours like orange, lemon or lime. The acidity of the citrus cuts through the sweetness of the carrots for a refreshing combination.</li>
<li><strong>Roasted Nuts:</strong> Add crunch and texture to purple heritage carrots by pairing them with roasted nuts such as almonds, walnuts or pecans. The nuttiness of the nuts complements the earthy flavour of the carrots.</li>
<li><strong>Herbs and Spices:</strong> Incorporate fresh herbs like parsley, thyme or rosemary to enhance the flavour of purple heritage carrots. Additionally, spices such as cumin, coriander, or ginger can add depth and warmth to the dish.</li>
<li><strong>Grain Dishes:</strong> Serve purple heritage carrots alongside grain dishes like quinoa, couscous, or rice pilaf. The sweetness of the carrots adds a burst of flavour to the grains for a satisfying and nutritious meal.</li>
<li><strong>Seafood: </strong>Pair purple heritage carrots with seafood such as grilled <a title="shrimp" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/seafood/specialist-shellfish-2/specialist-prawns">shrimp</a>, seared <a title="scallops" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/seafood/specialist-shellfish/scallops">scallops</a> or baked <a title="salmon" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/seafood/buy-salmon">salmon</a>. The sweet and savoury flavours of the carrots complement the delicate flavours of the seafood for a harmonious pairing.</li>
</ul> <p><strong>Origin: </strong>UK</p>
<p><strong>Availability:</strong> All year round. </p>
<p><strong>Weight:</strong> 2kg</p>
<p><strong>Shelf life:</strong> 5 days from delivery.</p>
<p><strong>Storage: </strong>Keep refrigerated.</p>
<p><strong>Cooking suggestions: </strong>Steaming, grilling, roasting or boiling.</p>
<p><strong>Serving suggestions: </strong>Pair with grilled meats, creamy cheeses, fresh greens, citrus flavours, roasted nuts, grain dishes and seafood.</p>
<p><strong>Drogo's Kitchen: </strong><a title="Osso Bucco with Polenta and Gremolata" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/drogos-kitchen/osso-bucco-polenta-gremolata">Osso Bucco with Polenta and Gremolata</a> or <a title="Wagyu and Crunchy Veg Roll Canapes" href="https://www.finefoodspecialist.co.uk/drogos-kitchen/wagyu-crunchy-veg-roll-canapes">Wagyu and Crunchy Veg Roll Canapes</a>.</p>00add-to-cart
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