15 minutes
Honey-Glazed Carrots are a quick and easy side dish, perfect for elevating a simple meal with a touch of sweetness and a glossy finish.
Medium carrots, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick on the diagonal
0 lb
teaspoons
tablespoons
cups
Unsalted Butter, cut into 4 pieces
tablespoons
teaspoons
to taste
1. Prep Carrots
In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, combine sliced carrots, salt, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and broth. Cover and set over medium-high heat to bring to a boil.
2. Simmer Carrots
Once boiling, adjust heat to medium. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for approximately 5 minutes or until carrots are nearly tender when tested with a paring knife.
3. Reduce Liquid
Remove cover, increase heat to high and let the liquid simmer rapidly. Stir occasionally until reduced to about 2 tablespoons, which should take 1 to 2 minutes.
4. Glaze Carrots
Add butter and the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar to the skillet. Toss the carrots to coat them well and continue cooking. Stir frequently for about 3 minutes until the carrots are completely tender and the glaze turns light gold in color.
5. Finish & Serve
Turn off the heat and stir in the lemon juice, coating the carrots evenly. Transfer the carrots to a serving dish, making sure to scrape any remaining glaze from the pan. Season with black pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Add the zest and juice of an orange or a lemon to the glaze. A splash of Grand Marnier or other citrus liqueur can elevate the dish.
Add orange zest and juice to the glaze for a bright and refreshing twist on the classic recipe.
Grate fresh ginger into the glaze to balance the sweetness of the honey and carrots with a spicy kick.
Replace honey with maple syrup for a deeper sweetness. Maple syrup pairs well with a touch of bourbon.
Substitute maple syrup for honey to give the carrots a deeper, more autumnal flavor.
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