Sweet Hot Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with *Sweet Hot Carrots*, a vibrant combination of tender carrots coated in a luscious sweet-and-spicy glaze. This quick and easy recipe pairs the natural sweetness of brown sugar and honey with a fiery kick from red pepper flakes and cayenne for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Simmered to perfection and finished with a glossy glaze, these carrots are designed to impress, whether you're hosting a holiday dinner or spicing up a weeknight meal. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve warm for maximum impact. Perfect as a side for roasted meats or plant-based mains, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. *Sweet Hot Carrots* is your go-to for effortless elegance and bold flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb carrots
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.25 tsp ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them diagonally into 1/4-inch thick pieces for an elegant look or into uniform rounds for faster cooking.
In a medium skillet or sauté pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced carrots to the pan and stir to coat them evenly with the melted butter.
Sprinkle the brown sugar and drizzle the honey over the carrots. Stir until the carrots are well-coated.
Sprinkle the red pepper flakes, ground cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper over the carrots. Stir again to combine.
Pour in the water to create a steaming effect and help cook the carrots. Cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat to low.
Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are tender but still have a slight bite.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Let the liquid reduce and thicken for 2-3 minutes, creating a sweet and spicy glaze that coats the carrots.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or a touch of honey for additional sweetness.
Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately for the best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
355 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1212 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 174 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.
