Created by acerast on March 6, 2013
Step 1: Gather your ingredients. Peel and julienne your carrots. Soak your currants in boiling water to cover, chop mint or parsley.
Step 2: Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over moderate heat.
Step 3: Reduce the heat to low, add the sugar, spices, and carrots and stir for a few minutes.
Step 4: Add the orange juice and the currants with some of their soaking liquid; bring to a boil.
Step 5: Quickly reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the carrots are tender.
Step 6: Add pepper and adjust the seasoning to taste.
Step 7: Sprinkle with chopped parsley or mint.
Step 8: Serve warm or at room temperature.