Miso-Glazed Carrots with Whipped Ricotta Dip Recipe
This recipe features tender, sweet carrots glazed with a savory miso and honey mixture, roasted to perfection, and served alongside a creamy, zesty whipped ricotta dip topped with crunchy pistachios. It’s a delightful side dish combining umami flavors with a refreshing citrus kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots and Glaze
- 1kg carrots, halved or quartered if thick
- ½ tbsp olive oil
- 75g butter
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- ½ tbsp red miso
- ½ tsp chilli flakes
- 2 tbsp honey
Whipped Ricotta Dip
- 250g ricotta
- ½ lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 25g pistachios, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Preheat and Roast Carrots: Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan)/gas mark 6. Place the halved or quartered carrots in a roasting tray, season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with ½ tablespoon olive oil. Toss to coat evenly, then roast for 15 minutes until they are very lightly browned.
- Prepare Miso Glaze: While the carrots are roasting, melt 75g butter with 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Once melted and foaming, whisk in the crushed garlic cloves, ½ tablespoon red miso, ½ teaspoon chilli flakes, and 2 tablespoons honey. Cook the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes until it reduces slightly and becomes thickened.
- Glaze Carrots and Continue Roasting: Pour the miso glaze over the partially roasted carrots, stirring well to coat them thoroughly. Return the tray to the oven and roast for an additional 30 minutes until the carrots are tender and caramelized.
- Make the Whipped Ricotta Dip: In a bowl, combine 250g ricotta with the zest and juice of half a lemon, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Stir or whip until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Assemble and Serve: Spread the whipped ricotta dip evenly over a serving platter. Arrange the warm miso-glazed carrots on top, drizzling any remaining roasting juices over them for extra flavor. Finally, sprinkle the roughly chopped pistachios over the carrots to add a crunchy texture and nutty taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust the chili flakes according to your heat preference, or omit them for a milder dish.
- If you do not have red miso, white miso can be used but will yield a slightly different flavor.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter and ricotta with plant-based alternatives.
- Make sure to use fresh garlic for the best flavor infusion in the glaze.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or as part of a vegetarian meal.
Keywords: miso glazed carrots, roasted carrots, whipped ricotta dip, side dish, vegetarian, Japanese flavors, honey glaze, pistachios
