Caribbean Orange Spiced Carrots
Bring a vibrant burst of flavor to your table with Caribbean Orange Spiced Carrots, a side dish that combines the natural sweetness of tender carrots with the tropical essence of fresh orange juice and zest. This recipe elevates simple ingredients with the warming spices of cinnamon and allspice, a hint of rich brown sugar, and fresh thyme for a fragrant Caribbean-inspired twist. Gently simmered and then coated in a buttery citrus glaze, these carrots strike the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Serve it warm and let these glazed carrots add a touch of exotic flair to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 125 milliliters fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground allspice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 250 milliliters water
Instructions
Peel the carrots and cut them into uniform batons or rounds, about 1/4-inch thick for even cooking.
In a large skillet or saucepan, add the water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the carrots to the boiling water, reduce the heat to medium, and cover. Let the carrots simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until they are just tender but not overly soft.
Drain the water from the pan and set the carrots aside briefly. In the same pan, over medium heat, melt the butter.
Stir in the orange juice, orange zest, brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice, thyme leaves, and salt. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Return the cooked carrots to the pan, tossing them in the orange-spiced glaze until evenly coated.
Continue to cook the carrots in the glaze over medium-low heat for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and clings to the carrots.
Remove the pan from heat and transfer the carrots to a serving dish. Garnish with an additional sprinkle of fresh thyme, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Caribbean Orange Spiced Carrots as a flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
549 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.8 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1543 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.8 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 249 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1894 mg | 40% | |
*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.
