Kahlua Glazed Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Kahlua Glazed Carrots, a perfect blend of sweetness and spice. Tender carrot slices are simmered in a luscious glaze made with rich melted butter, brown sugar, and the distinctive coffee-infused notes of Kahlua liqueur. A hint of ground cinnamon adds a cozy warmth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley gives a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or as an impressive addition to holiday spreads. Serve these caramelized, flavor-packed carrots warm, and prepare to win over every palate at the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound carrots
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Kahlua liqueur
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and cut them into evenly sized sticks or rounds, about 1/4 inch thick, for even cooking.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the carrots to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the melted butter. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften slightly.
Add the brown sugar, Kahlua, water, ground cinnamon, and salt to the skillet. Stir well to combine and coat the carrots in the mixture.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the carrots are tender.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the glaze thickens and coats the carrots.
Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, for a pop of color and freshness.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Kahlua Glazed Carrots!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
377 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.1 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 621 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 126 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.
