{"product_id":"australia-carrot","title":"Carrot","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAustralia Carrot (红萝卜)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy the natural sweetness and crisp bite of Australia Carrot, a versatile root vegetable for soups, stews, stir-fries, steaming, roasting, salads, juices and everyday home cooking. Also searched as red carrot, carrot, carrot vegetable, is carrot a fruit, is carrot a vegetable, carrot head, 1 carrot calories, how long to steam carrots, how to keep carrots fresh, 红萝卜, 胡萝卜, ニンジン or 당근, carrots are one of the most practical vegetables to keep in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrots have a firm crunch when raw and become sweeter, softer and more tender when cooked. Their flavour is earthy, mildly sweet and slightly woody, making them suitable for both savoury dishes and fresh preparations. Use them raw in salads, steamed as a side dish, roasted for deeper sweetness or simmered in soups and broths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAustralia Carrot Quick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAustralia Carrot (红萝卜)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed carrot, carrot, carrot vegetable, carrot root, red\/orange vegetable, 红萝卜, 胡萝卜, ニンジン, 당근\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAustralia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh root vegetable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaucus carota subsp. sativus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong orange carrot root, depending on batch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarthy, sweet, mildly woody and slightly bitter near the outer or upper parts depending on batch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrisp and firm when raw; tender and sweeter when cooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoups, stews, steaming, roasting, stir-fries, salads, juices, carrot sticks, lunch boxes and everyday cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep refrigerated, dry and unwashed. Remove carrot tops if attached. Wash only before cutting or cooking.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste and Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia Carrots have a crisp, juicy texture when raw and a mild sweetness that becomes more noticeable after cooking. The centre is often sweeter, while the outer and upper parts can taste more earthy or slightly bitter depending on freshness and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen steamed, roasted or simmered, carrots soften and develop a rounder, sweeter flavour. They are easy to use in both Asian and Western recipes, from ABC soup and curry to roasted vegetables and salad bowls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh carrots from Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrisp texture when raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweeter and softer after cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for steaming, roasting, soups and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for salads, juices and carrot sticks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful everyday vegetable for families\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStores well when kept properly chilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed Carrot, Carrot and 红萝卜\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Singapore, customers may search for red carrot or 红萝卜 when looking for regular orange carrots. The Chinese name 胡萝卜 is also commonly used for carrot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough “red carrot” may sound like a different colour, in many local shopping contexts it simply refers to the familiar orange carrot used for soups, stir-fries and everyday cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeaning \/ Product Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralia Carrot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain product name for this listing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Carrot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon local search term for regular orange carrot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarrot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon English name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e红萝卜\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChinese name commonly used for carrot in Singapore and Malaysia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e胡萝卜\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChinese name for carrot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eニンジン\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese name for carrot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e당근\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKorean name for carrot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Carrot a Fruit or Vegetable?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers often search\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eis carrot a fruit or is carrot a vegetable. Carrot is a root vegetable. It grows underground as the edible root of the plant and is used in cooking as a vegetable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrots are not fruits because they are not the seed-bearing fruit part of the plant. They are best described as root vegetables, similar to radish, beetroot and turnip in vegetable classification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCarrot Head and Carrot Tops\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrot head can refer to the top part of the carrot where the leafy greens grow. Some carrots are sold with leafy tops attached, while others are trimmed before packing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf carrot tops are attached, remove them before storing the carrot root. The leafy tops can draw moisture from the carrot and make it soften faster. This product listing is for the carrot root unless the current product photo or packaging shows leafy tops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Australia Carrots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarrots are easy to prepare and can be eaten raw or cooked. Wash well before use, peel if preferred, then cut according to the dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlice for stir-fries and fried rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCube for soups, stews and curries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteam as a simple vegetable side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast with olive oil, salt and pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShred for salads, slaws and wraps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut into sticks for dips and lunch boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to juices and smoothies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse in carrot cake, muffins and baked dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Long to Steam Carrots?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers often search\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ehow long to steam carrots.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eSteaming time depends on carrot size and thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarrot Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Steaming Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThin slices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 5–7 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall sticks or batons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 8–10 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThick chunks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 10–15 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhole small carrots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 12–20 minutes depending on size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteam until the carrots are tender but not mushy. A fork or knife should go through easily while the carrot still keeps its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSimple Carrot Cooking Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteamed carrots with butter or olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted carrots with garlic and herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrot and potato curry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABC soup with carrot, corn, potato and pork ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChicken soup with carrot and onion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrot stir-fry with egg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrot sticks with hummus or yoghurt dip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrot, apple and orange juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e1 Carrot Calories and Nutrition Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers may search\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e1 carrot calories. The calories in one carrot depend on size. A medium carrot is commonly around 60g, which works out to roughly 25 calories based on general raw carrot nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate values per 100g of raw carrot. These are general nutrition values and are not lab-tested values for the current Australia Carrot batch. Exact values may vary by carrot size, sweetness, freshness, storage and cooking method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalories Per 100g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 41 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Medium Carrot Calories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoughly 25 kcal, depending on size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally high in water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in carrots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in carrots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally occurring sugars give carrots their sweetness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in small amounts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow in fat before cooking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeta-Carotene\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural orange plant pigment that the body can convert to vitamin A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin K and Potassium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally present in carrots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia Carrots can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet. They naturally contain water, dietary fibre, beta-carotene, vitamin K, potassium and plant compounds found in orange vegetables. This is general food information and should not be treated as medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Keep Carrots Fresh\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers often search \u003cstrong\u003ehow to keep carrots fresh\u003c\/strong\u003e. Carrots keep best when they are cool, dry, unwashed and protected from moisture loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove carrot tops if attached\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep carrots unwashed before storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the refrigerator vegetable drawer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a produce bag, container or paper towel to control moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from ethylene-producing fruits such as apples where possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash only before cutting or cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse cut carrots sooner than whole carrots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscard carrots that are mouldy, slimy, sour-smelling or badly soft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome customers store carrots submerged in cold water in a covered container in the refrigerator. If using this method, change the water regularly and keep the carrots chilled. For everyday storage, a dry refrigerated produce bag or container is usually more convenient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Choose Carrots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose carrots that feel firm and heavy for their size. The surface should look fresh and not badly shrivelled, slimy, mouldy or cracked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose firm carrots with good colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLook for smooth skin where possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid badly soft or bendy carrots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid mouldy or slimy carrots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse cracked or broken carrots sooner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose thicker carrots for soups and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose slimmer carrots for steaming and roasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep Australia Carrots refrigerated after delivery. Store them unwashed in a produce bag, container or vegetable drawer to reduce moisture loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not wash carrots before storage unless you are preparing them for same-day use. Once cut, keep carrots in a covered container in the refrigerator and use them as soon as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerate after delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep carrots dry and unwashed during storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove leafy tops if attached\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a produce bag, container or vegetable drawer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash only before eating or cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep cut carrots refrigerated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse within a few weeks for best freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscard if mouldy, slimy, rotten-smelling or badly soft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SKC Fruits","offers":[{"title":"3-4 Pcs","offer_id":39533740064866,"sku":"","price":1.5,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/2880\/9826\/products\/australia-carrot.jpg?v=1783125890","url":"https:\/\/www.skcfruits.com\/products\/australia-carrot","provider":"SKC Fruits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}