Honey Bourbon Glazed Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with these Honey Bourbon Glazed Carrots, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and indulgent flavors. Tender carrot rounds are sautéed in buttery goodness, then coated in a luscious glaze made from honey, bourbon, and brown sugar, delivering a touch of warmth and a caramelized finish that's utterly irresistible. Simple yet sophisticated, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an easy go-to for busy weeknights or elegant holiday spreads. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of freshness, these glazed carrots are a crowd-pleasing addition to any table. Let this recipe transform your humble carrots into a sensational side dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and slice the carrots into 1/4-inch thick rounds or diagonals for a more elegant presentation.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the carrots to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften slightly.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the honey, bourbon, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes or until the carrots are tender and the glaze has thickened.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt or pepper if desired.
Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish, if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1211 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 143 mg | 3% | |
*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.
