Brandied Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with these luxurious Brandied Carrots, a stunning combination of tender carrots coated in a rich, glossy brown sugar and brandy glaze. Perfect for holiday gatherings or an elegant weeknight dinner, this recipe brings a touch of sophistication to your table with minimal effort. The carrots are steamed to perfection before being tossed in buttery caramelized goodness, enhanced by a hint of brandy that deepens the flavor profile. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a total cook time of 25 minutes, this dish is as quick to make as it is impressive to serve. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbal freshness, and let this irresistible side steal the show at your next meal. Keywords: brandied carrots, glazed carrots, easy holiday side dish, gourmet carrot recipe, brown sugar brandy glaze.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds carrots
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons brandy
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash, peel, and slice the carrots into uniformly sized pieces, about 1/4-inch thick rounds for even cooking.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, combine the water and sliced carrots. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer.
Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the carrots to steam for about 8-10 minutes, or until just tender. Drain any remaining water and set the carrots aside in a bowl.
In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar until dissolved and combined with the butter to create a glaze.
Add the brandy to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to allow the alcohol to cook off and the flavors to meld.
Return the cooked carrots to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the glaze.
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Continue to cook the carrots in the glaze for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly and the carrots are glossy.
Remove the skillet from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1231 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 194 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
