Tzimmes
Tzimmes is a traditional Ashkenazi Jewish stew, typically made with carrots and dried fruits like prunes or apricots, often including sweet potatoes or meat such as brisket. It is a staple of holiday meals, particularly during Rosh Hashanah and Passover, and is known for its sweet and savory flavor profile.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Tzimmes is generally high in carbohydrates due to its reliance on root vegetables and dried fruits, providing natural sugars and fiber. A typical serving offers a good source of vitamin A from carrots, along with potassium and antioxidants, with a calorie range of approximately 200-300 per serving depending on added fats or meats.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 300 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin A | 200 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Folate | 40 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, tzimmes symbolizes sweetness and prosperity for the new year in Jewish tradition, often served to invoke a 'sweet' year ahead. Nutritionally, its combination of beta-carotene-rich carrots and iron-containing prunes creates a dish that supports both vision and energy, making it a nourishing comfort food.
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