Glazed Carrots Buttery Glossy Side (Printable Version)
Sweet tender carrots in buttery glossy glaze. Easy elegant side ready in 30 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
→ Glaze
02 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
04 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
05 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
06 - 1/4 cup water
07 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Arrange the sliced carrots in a large skillet. Pour in the water, add the butter, and sprinkle with brown sugar.
02 - Place the skillet over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir continuously until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves completely.
03 - Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the carrots are just tender when pierced with a fork.
04 - Remove the lid and continue cooking for another 5-8 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, allowing the water to evaporate until the carrots are coated in a glossy glaze.
05 - Sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They cook entirely in one skillet, meaning fewer dishes and more time to focus on the main course
- The natural sweetness of carrots gets amplified by brown sugar, converting even veggie skeptics
- This technique works with any root vegetable, so you can use it year round with whatever looks fresh
02 -
- Don't skip the water step, it's what transforms this from sautéed carrots into properly glazed ones
- The glaze can go from perfect to burnt quickly once the water evaporates, so stay close and stir often during those last few minutes
03 -
- Don't crowd the pan or the carrots will steam instead of glaze properly
- Use a light colored skillet so you can see exactly when the glaze reaches that perfect amber stage