Sherried Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistibly buttery Sherried Carrots, a perfect balance of savory and sweet with a hint of sophistication. Thinly sliced tender carrots are coated in rich unsalted butter, caramelized with light brown sugar, and simmered in a splash of dry sherry for an elegant glaze that brings incredible depth of flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy yet impressive dish is perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners. Serve these glossy, flavorful carrots with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and a refined finish. Ideal for pairing with roasted meats or poultry, Sherried Carrots will quickly become a go-to side everyone will rave about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Carrots
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp Light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Dry sherry
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into uniform thin rounds, about 1/4-inch thick, for even cooking.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and slightly foaming.
Add the sliced carrots to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly with the butter.
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the carrots and stir well until the sugar begins to melt and coat the carrots.
Pour the dry sherry into the skillet and stir. Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid.
Simmer the carrots for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but not mushy. Add a tablespoon of water if the skillet becomes too dry during cooking.
Once the carrots are tender, remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high to allow the liquid to reduce to a glaze. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Season the carrots with salt and ground black pepper. Stir to distribute the seasoning evenly.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the sherried carrots to a serving dish.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1216 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 166 mg | 4% | |
*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.
