Glazed Carrots with Pecan Apricot Raisin Sauce P C
Elevate your side dish game with these Glazed Carrots with Pecan Apricot Raisin Sauce, a perfect blend of sweet, nutty, and citrusy flavors. Tender carrot sticks are coated in a luscious glaze of butter, brown sugar, and a hint of salt, then topped with a vibrant sauce made from toasted pecans, tangy dried apricots, plump raisins, and a spice-infused orange juice reduction. Honey, cinnamon, and nutmeg add a warm, aromatic depth, making this dish an irresistible complement to roasted meats or holiday feasts. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe delivers a colorful, crowd-pleasing side that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb carrots
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup pecans
- 0.25 cup dried apricots
- 0.25 cup raisins
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.125 tsp ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into uniform sticks, about 2-3 inches long and 1/4 inch thick.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the carrots and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Sprinkle the brown sugar and salt over the carrots, then add 1/2 cup of water. Stir to combine, cover the skillet, and let the carrots cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and the water has mostly evaporated.
While the carrots are cooking, prepare the pecan apricot raisin sauce. Heat a small pan over medium-low heat and toast the pecans for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from the pan and roughly chop.
In the same pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the dried apricots and raisins, cooking for 1-2 minutes until they begin to soften.
Pour in the orange juice, honey, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir well and simmer the mixture for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
Add the toasted pecans to the sauce and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
Once the carrots are glazed and tender, transfer them to a serving dish. Spoon the pecan apricot raisin sauce evenly over the carrots.
Serve warm as a flavorful side dish for roasted meat, holiday meals, or any special occasion.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1113 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.8 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1228 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.6 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 107.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1100 mg | 23% | |
*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.
