Cumin and Honey Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Cumin and Honey Carrots! This vibrant recipe combines tender, lightly caramelized carrots with the warm earthiness of ground cumin and the natural sweetness of honey, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile that’s both comforting and sophisticated. Blanched to preserve their bright color, the carrots are tossed in fragrant cumin-infused butter and finished with a touch of honey for a glossy, golden glaze. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, offering a simple yet elegant way to showcase the natural sweetness of carrots.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into even-sized rounds or sticks, about 1/4 inch thick to ensure even cooking.
Bring a medium-sized pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Blanch the carrots by boiling them for 4-5 minutes until slightly tender but not fully cooked.
Drain the carrots and set them aside. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the ground cumin and cook for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
Add the blanched carrots to the skillet, tossing them in the cumin-infused butter to coat evenly.
Drizzle the honey over the carrots and stir well to coat. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender and lightly caramelized.
Season the carrots with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir to combine and cook for 1 additional minute to meld the flavors.
Transfer the carrots to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.7 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1535 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1679 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.
