How to Make Edges on a Carrot

Carrot flowers are a great way to garnish a serving platter.

Carrots are one of the healthiest vegetables in the world. They are high in Vitamin A, Vitamin K and Vitamin C which are essential vitamins that the body needs. Although they are great to eat, picky eaters in your family may not be thrilled when they see this vegetable on their plate. Entice picky eaters to eat a carrot by cutting the edges of a carrot to create a flower.

Things You'll Need

• Carrots
• Vegetable peeler
• Paring knife
• Cutting board

Instructions

1. Wash the carrot under running water to remove any dirt. Peel the carrot with a vegetable peeler.

2. Cut the end of the carrot off with a sharp paring knife. Cut the carrot into 5 inch pieces.

3. Position the carrot so the wide end is facing up towards you. Place your hand on the carrot to keep it in place.

4. Insert a sharp paring knife into the sides of the carrot to make a groove. Cut into the groove so it makes a V-shape. Make the V-shape about one inch deep and be careful not to go through the entire carrot. Cut the groove down the length of the carrot.

5. Turn the carrot a quarter turn. Repeat the same cut with the same V-shape angle to make another groove.

6. Continue turning the carrot a quarter turn and making the grooves into all of the sides of the carrot.

7. Hold the base of the carrot piece with one hand. Hold a paring knife in a vertical position and cut into the top of the carrot, twisting slightly to free the flower shape. Garnish with the carrot flower as you desire.

References

• Great Cooking Today: Food Garnishes, The Multiple-Purpose Carrot