Hawaiian Carrots
Bring a taste of the tropics to your table with Hawaiian Carrots, a deliciously vibrant side dish that pairs tender carrot rounds with sweet pineapple chunks in a glossy, tangy glaze. Infused with the rich flavors of brown sugar, soy sauce, and a hint of fresh ginger, this recipe beautifully balances sweetness and savory elements for an irresistible combination. Featuring a thickened pineapple juice sauce and a buttery base, this dish is both elegant and easy to prepare, requiring just 30 minutes from start to finish. Perfect as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats or a festive addition to your holiday spread, Hawaiian Carrots are a flavorful way to elevate your vegetable sides. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve warm for the ultimate crowd-pleaser! Keywords: Hawaiian Carrots, tropical side dish, sweet and savory carrots.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned, in juice)
- 1 cup pineapple juice (reserved from canned pineapple)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the sliced carrots and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender but still slightly firm. Drain the carrots and set them aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and grated ginger until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cooked carrots to the skillet and sprinkle them with salt. Stir to coat the carrots in the butter.
Pour the pineapple juice mixture into the skillet with the carrots. Stir continuously until the sauce begins to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and gently stir to combine. Reduce the heat to low and let the carrots and pineapple simmer in the sauce for another 3-4 minutes.
Transfer the Hawaiian Carrots to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.3 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1644 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 717 mg | 15% | |
*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.
