Carrots with Caramelized Ginger
Add a touch of elegance to your dinner table with these vibrant Carrots with Caramelized Ginger, a show-stopping side dish that combines earthy sweetness with a spicy zing. Freshly sliced carrots are simmered in a luscious glaze of melted butter, brown sugar, and honey, infused with finely minced fresh ginger for a uniquely bold flavor profile. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, achieves perfect tenderness while coating every slice in a glossy, caramelized finish. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color, these caramelized carrots are the perfect complement to roast meats, holiday feasts, or weeknight meals. Pair this flavorful dish with its irresistible aroma and wholesome ingredients for a crowd-pleasing recipe you'll return to again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 120 milliliters water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick pieces. Set aside.
Peel the ginger and finely mince it into small pieces.
In a large pan or skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced ginger to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Stir in the brown sugar and honey until they dissolve and start to bubble, about 1 minute.
Add the sliced carrots and water to the pan. Stir to coat the carrots in the ginger glaze.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Cover the pan with a lid and let the carrots simmer over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender and the liquid has reduced to a glaze-like consistency.
Remove the lid and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, to allow the glaze to thicken further.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if necessary.
Transfer the carrots to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.3 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2722 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1716 mg | 37% | |
*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.
