Vichy Carrots
Elevate your side dish game with Vichy Carrots, a classic French recipe that transforms humble carrots into a glossy, flavorful delight. These tender carrot rounds are simmered with butter, a touch of sugar, and a hint of seasoning, creating a subtly sweet and savory glaze that perfectly complements their natural sweetness. The dish is gently finished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes and requiring only one skillet, Vichy Carrots are as effortless as they are elegant, making them the perfect companion for both casual dinners and special occasions. Pair these buttery glazed carrots with roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian spread for a truly memorable meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams carrots
- 30 grams unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 250 milliliters water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel the carrots and slice them into evenly sized rounds about 1/4-inch thick. This ensures they cook evenly.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, add the sliced carrots, butter, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Pour in the water, ensuring it just covers the carrots. Add a bit more water if needed.
Place the skillet over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the carrots simmer uncovered. Stir occasionally to ensure the carrots cook evenly.
Continue to cook until the water has mostly evaporated, leaving a glossy, buttery glaze on the carrots. This should take about 20-25 minutes. Keep an eye on the pan and stir gently to prevent burning as the liquid reduces.
Once the carrots are tender and coated in the glaze, remove them from heat.
Transfer the Vichy Carrots to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.0 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2722 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1677 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.
