To Julienne carrots for salad topping or a simple garnish:
Begin with a clean, peeled carrot. Slice four sides of the carrot to create a rectangle.
Cut carrot lengthwise into approximately 1/8 inch slices.
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Carrots
A plant of the parsley family with feathery green leaves and an orange root that can be eaten raw or cooked.
Refers to a method of slicing fruits, vegetables and meats into strips that resemble matchsticks. Julienne strips are usually no more than 1/8 inch (3mm) square, but can be cut to any length desired.