Saucy Spiced Carrots
Transform humble carrots into a show-stopping side dish with this Saucy Spiced Carrots recipe. Featuring tender carrot slices simmered in a luscious glaze of butter, honey, and brown sugar, this dish is elevated with a fragrant blend of cinnamon, cumin, and smoked paprika. Perfectly balanced with a touch of salt and pepper, the sauce thickens to coat every piece in a sweet and savory harmony. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve warm to bring bold flavors and vibrant hues to your table. Keywords: spiced carrots, glazed carrots, sweet and savory carrot recipe, quick side dish, easy vegetable recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 120 milliliters water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into uniform sticks or rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the honey and brown sugar to the skillet, stirring until dissolved and combined with the butter, about 1 minute.
Stir in the ground cinnamon, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed in the mixture.
Add the sliced carrots to the skillet, tossing them to coat in the spiced butter mixture.
Pour in the water and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the skillet with a lid.
Cook the carrots for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but not mushy. Add a splash of water during cooking if the skillet becomes too dry.
Remove the lid and allow the sauce to thicken slightly for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently to coat the carrots evenly.
Transfer the saucy spiced carrots to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.7 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1094 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.2 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1695 mg | 36% | |
*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.
