Creamy Matchstick Carrots
Transform simple carrots into a show-stopping side dish with this delicious recipe for Creamy Matchstick Carrots. Sweet, tender carrot matchsticks are sautéed in garlic-infused butter, then luxuriously coated in a rich, velvety Parmesan cream sauce. A sprinkling of fresh parsley adds a bright, herby finish to this easy yet elegant dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this creamy carrot recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions and pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled steak, or baked fish. Whether you're looking for a quick vegetable side or a nuanced flavor boost to your meal, these Creamy Matchstick Carrots deliver vibrant color and irresistible taste in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic
- 30 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Peel and trim 500 grams of carrots. Using a sharp knife or a julienne slicer, cut the carrots into matchstick-sized pieces. Set aside.
Mince 2 cloves of garlic and finely chop 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Stir in the matchstick carrots and sauté for 5-6 minutes until they begin to soften but still retain some bite.
Lower the heat and pour in 120 milliliters of heavy cream, stirring to coat the carrots evenly.
Simmer gently for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the cream to thicken slightly and the carrots to become tender.
Stir in 30 grams of grated Parmesan cheese, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper. Mix well until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the dish with the chopped parsley.
Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish for chicken, beef, or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
942 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.3 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.2 g | 221% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 212 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 2084 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 525 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1700 mg | 36% | |
*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.
