Tsimmes

Tsimmes is a comforting, sweet-and-savory Jewish dish that’s perfect for holiday feasts or everyday dinners alike. This traditional recipe combines tender carrots and sweet potatoes with dried fruits like prunes and apricots, all roasted to perfection in a honey and orange juice glaze that's spiced with cinnamon and a touch of brown sugar. With its vibrant medley of flavors and textures, tsimmes is a heartwarming side dish that celebrates earthy sweetness and rich caramelized notes. Easy to prepare and cooked slowly in the oven for maximum flavor, this dish is as nourishing as it is delicious. Whether served alongside brisket or enjoyed solo, tsimmes offers an irresistible burst of warmth to your table. Keywords: tsimmes recipe, Jewish holiday dish, sweet potato and carrot side, roasted vegetables with honey, traditional Jewish cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 large carrots
• 2 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 cup prunes
• 0.5 cup dried apricots
• 0.25 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Peel the carrots and sweet potatoes. Slice the carrots into 1/4-inch rounds and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch chunks.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrots, sweet potatoes, prunes, and dried apricots.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, brown sugar, orange juice, water, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

Pour the honey mixture over the vegetables and dried fruits, tossing to evenly coat everything.

Step 6

Spread the mixture into a large baking dish. Dot the top with small pieces of butter.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to prevent moisture loss.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Stir the mixture once halfway through cooking.

Step 9

After 1 hour, remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 10

Remove the tsimmes from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1568.8 grams (1568.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1642

Total Fat 25.10g	32%
Saturated Fat 12.90g	65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.20g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 1784mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 359.90g	131%
Dietary Fiber 42.10g	150%
Total Sugars 220.60g
Protein 17.60g	35%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 440mg	34%
Iron 6mg	36%
Potassium 3976mg	85%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.0%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 82.9%