Caramelised Carrots
Transform your humble carrots into a show-stopping side dish with this recipe for caramelised carrots! Featuring tender, skillet-steamed carrot slices coated in a glossy, buttery glaze of brown sugar and honey, this dish strikes the perfect balance of sweet and savory. A touch of salt and pepper enhances the natural sweetness of the carrots, while optional fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, these golden, caramelised carrots are an easy yet elegant accompaniment to any meal, from weeknight dinners to festive holiday feasts. Perfect for impressing guests or elevating everyday vegetables, this side dish ensures your carrots will never go unnoticed again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 50 milliliters water
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick rounds for better surface area and presentation.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the water to the pan, followed by the carrots. Stir, cover the pan, and let the carrots steam for about 8-10 minutes until they are just tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally.
Once the carrots are tender, remove the lid and let the remaining water evaporate completely.
Reduce heat to medium-low and sprinkle the brown sugar, honey, salt, and black pepper over the carrots.
Toss the carrots gently to coat them evenly in the buttery, sugary glaze. Continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the carrots are caramelised and glossy.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the caramelised carrots to a serving dish.
Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness.
Serve warm as a side dish, and enjoy the sweet, savory flavors of these caramelised carrots!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
645 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.2 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1539 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.3 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1656 mg | 35% | |
*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.
