Shredded Spicy Carrots Democrat and Chronicle 4 servings 2 Tbs. vegetable oil 1 pound carrots, peeled and grated using the large grating disk of a food processor Kosher salt ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes (or to taste) Fresh lime juice ¼ cup chopped fresh scallions ¼ cup unsalted peanuts, toasted and chopped In a large skillet over medium, heat the oil. Add the carrots and a pinch of salt, then cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes and cook, stirring often, until the carrots are just tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in a bit of lime juice and the scallions and peanuts.

Smoky Sweet Potato Latkes Democrat and Chronicle 16 latkes 1 large sweet potato, peeled and grated (about 4 cups) ½ large yellow or sweet onion, grated (about ¾ cup grated) 1 egg ½ tsp. kosher salt ½ tsp. ground cumin ½ tsp. smoked paprika ⅔ cup cornstarch 4 Tbsp. canola or vegetable oil, divided Plain Greek yogurt and unsweetened applesauce, to serve In a large colander, combine the sweet potato and onion. Set over the sink. Bring about 4 cups of water to a boil. Slowly pour the water over the potato mixture, then let it drain and cool until easily handled, 8 to 10 minutes. A handful at a time, place the sweet potato mixture in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze to extract as much liquid as possible, then transfer to a large bowl. In a small bowl, beat together the egg, salt, cumin and paprika, then stir into the sweet potato mixture. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the sweet potatoes and mix well. If needed blot excess moisture and add a little more flour. Use 2 tablespoons of the oil to evenly coat a rimmed baking sheet. Divide the sweet potato mixture into 16 mounds (each about 2 tablespoons) on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between them. Use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to flatten each. Using a pastry brush and the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, brush the tops of the latkes with oil. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until lightly browned and crisp. Serve the latkes with a dollop of yogurt and applesauce.

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