How to Make Orange Juice Tzimmes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Orange Juice Tzimmes is a sweet and savory dish that is perfect for the fall season. It is a traditional Jewish dish that is often served during Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, as it is believed to bring good luck and sweetness for the year ahead. This dish is typically made with carrots, sweet potatoes, and dried fruits, and it is simmered in a tangy and sweet orange juice sauce, creating a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 8 large carrots
  • 1 cup prunes
  • 2 cups orange juice
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • 4 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger root

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place carrot and prunes in a pot. Cover the vegetables with orange juice. Bring the mixture to a boil, let boil 10 minutes.
  • Stir in sugar and butter. Simmer gently for 1 hour or until the liquid is almost absorbed.
  • Sprinkle with lemon zest and ginger and let simmer another 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    255 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 123mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 35g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 48mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 687mg