Honey Orange Carrot Sweet Potato Tzimmes

Honey Orange Carrot Sweet Potato Tzimmes

This Honey Orange Carrot Sweet Potato Tzimmes is a warm, glossy, and gently sweet dish that combines simple ingredients to create a comforting side perfect for holiday meals and cozy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 15

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 365

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

3 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces Choose firm, smooth potatoes; cut evenly for even cooking.
1.5 lb carrots, peeled, halved and cut into 1-inch pieces Cut evenly to ensure they cook alongside the sweet potatoes.
1 cup pitted prunes
0.5 cup dried apricots

Citrusy Sauce

1 cup orange juice, preferably fresh For a brighter flavor.
0.5 cup water
0.25 cup honey Can be swapped with maple syrup.
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice if preferred.

Final Touches

4 tablespoons butter, thinly sliced Or margarine for a pareve version.
1 spray cooking spray To prevent sticking.
1 zest orange zest, for garnish (optional) Adds freshness.

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Layer sweet potatoes, carrots, prunes, and apricots in the baking dish, tossing gently to mix evenly.

Making the Sauce

In a bowl, whisk together the orange juice, water, honey, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
Pour the sauce evenly over the layered vegetables and fruit.

Baking

Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 1 hour.
Remove the foil, place butter slices on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 45 to 50 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.

Serving

Garnish with optional orange zest before serving warm.

Notes

This dish is great for chilly nights or any special occasions. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for about 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.