Gingered Carrots
Bring a touch of warmth and sweetness to your dinner table with these irresistible Gingered Carrots. This quick and easy side dish combines tender, buttery carrots with the zing of fresh ginger and a delicate honey glaze, creating a perfect balance of savory and sweet. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant holiday spreads. A hint of black pepper adds subtle depth, while fresh parsley offers a vibrant garnish for that final flourish. Whether you're looking to elevate your favorite roasted meats or brighten up a vegetarian feast, these Gingered Carrots are a flavorful, healthy side that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into evenly sized rounds about 1/4-inch thick.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Grate the fresh ginger using a microplane or fine grater, and add it to the melted butter. Stir and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced carrots to the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly in the butter and ginger.
Pour in the water, then cover the skillet with a lid to allow the carrots to steam. Cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender but still hold their shape.
Remove the lid and stir in the honey, salt, and ground black pepper. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and glaze the carrots.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Transfer the gingered carrots to a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
71 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.8 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 251 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 47 mg | 1% | |
*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.
