Carrots, to say the least, are amazing. They are packed with all sorts of health benefits. And guess what? They are a winter vegetable, but are available in many varieties all year round. Super healthy, high in vitamin A, beta-carotene, potassium, fibre and antioxidants, the value of making a crunchy sound when you chew them is immense. Hey, they even help in weight loss and maintaining blood sugar levels. Just add them to salads, pulao, snacks or raita. But before you add them to your dish, you need to know how to chop them the right way. Here’s a quick guide on the best ways to chop carrots. Let’s dive into it.
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How to Julienne Carrots
Julienned vegetables are perfect for using in salads and stir-fries. To get matchstick-thin carrots, peel them and cut them into 2- to 3-inch lengths. Flatten one side by slicing a little, then continue slicing until you have matchstick-thin pieces.
How to Cut Carrots
Carrots are very easy to chop and you can even add them to vegetables or casseroles. First, peel the carrot and cut off the top and bottom. After that, you can lay it flat on a cutting board and slice it into thin, round pieces. It’s that easy!
how to cut carrots into cubes
Sometimes you need bigger pieces of carrot, and here’s how to cut them. Peel a carrot, make a cut lengthwise down the middle. Then flip it over and make another cut the same way. Now take those four halves and hold them together, then lay them on their flat sides. Cut them into discs. Boom, you’ve got carrot pieces.
how to chop carrots into thin pieces
To make carrot shreds, first peel a carrot and then slice off both ends. Next, cut it in half, then cut each half into thin strips as you juice it. Gather all of those strips together and chop them with a knife. Before you know it, you’ll have a great shred that you can use in soups, stews, or sandwiches.
How to Slice Carrots on a Diagonal
Have you ever wondered how restaurants make those beautiful diagonal slices of carrots as garnish for salads? Well, wonder no more, it is really easy. All you need to do is hold the peeled carrot firmly in one hand, and use your other hand to cut the carrot at a 45-degree angle. You will get beautiful diagonal slices. Use a sharp knife, and be careful while cutting carrots (or anything really). Similarly, use a peeler and remove that fine layer of peel without wasting too much of the carrot.
