Candied Carrots Recipe
These candied carrots are a delightful side dish featuring tender carrots glazed in a sweet and buttery mixture of brown sugar and honey. Cooked on the stovetop, they offer a perfect balance of natural sweetness and savory seasoning, garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 ½ pounds carrots, peeled and cut on the diagonal into 1-inch pieces (cut thicker pieces in half lengthwise for even cooking)
For the Glaze
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in skillet: Place a large skillet with a lid over medium heat and add the extra-virgin olive oil. Allow the oil to heat until it is hot and shimmering.
- Add carrots and seasonings: Add the peeled and cut carrots to the skillet along with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the carrots with oil and seasonings.
- Cook carrots briefly: Cook the carrots for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. This helps the carrots begin to soften and develop a light golden color.
- Add brown sugar and honey: Sprinkle the packed brown sugar over the carrots and drizzle honey. Stir continuously until the sugar and honey melt and the carrots are evenly coated with the sweet mixture.
- Pour in water, cover and cook: Reduce the heat to medium-low, pour in the water, and stir once. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 5-8 minutes, or until the carrots are fork-tender and the glaze thickens into a syrupy consistency. Add a splash more water if the pan dries out before carrots are tender.
- Finish with butter: Remove the lid and stir in the unsalted butter until melted and the glaze turns glossy.
- Plate and garnish: Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish, spooning any remaining glaze over the top. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Cut carrots on the diagonal and halve thicker pieces lengthwise to ensure even cooking.
- If glaze reduces too quickly, add a little extra water to prevent burning.
- This recipe pairs well with roasted meats or can be served as part of a holiday meal.
- For a variation, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for warmth.
Keywords: candied carrots, glazed carrots, side dish, sweet carrots, honey carrots
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