Irish Mist Whiskey Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with these luxurious Irish Mist Whiskey Carrots! This recipe transforms humble carrots into a show-stopping accompaniment, featuring a luscious glaze of melted butter, rich brown sugar, and the smooth, honeyed notes of Irish Mist whiskey. The carrots are first boiled until tender-crisp, then caramelized to perfection in the whiskey-infused glaze, creating a balance of sweetness and depth with a hint of sophistication. Perfect for holidays or dinner parties, this dish is quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch that complements the irresistible savory-sweet flavor. Try these whiskey-glazed carrots to add a gourmet twist to any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons Irish Mist whiskey
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and trim the carrots, then cut them into even-sized sticks or rounds about 1/4 inch thick for even cooking.
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the carrots and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender but still slightly firm. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar until it dissolves, forming a thick glaze.
Add the Irish Mist whiskey to the skillet and stir well. Allow the mixture to cook for 1-2 minutes to burn off the alcohol while retaining the flavor.
Add the drained carrots to the skillet and toss well to coat them evenly in the glaze.
Season with salt and black pepper. Stir and cook for another 3-5 minutes over medium heat, allowing the glaze to slightly caramelize onto the carrots.
Remove from heat and transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish.
If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.2 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1537 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1645 mg | 35% | |
*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.
