Honey Glazed Carrots
These simple honey-glazed carrots are a perfect sweet and savory side dish. Tender carrots are coated in a buttery, rich glaze, making them a crowd-plepleasing addition to any meal. This recipe is naturally paleo-friendly and quick to prepare.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 25 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 110 kcal
Allergen information: may contain milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 450 gcarrot, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch thick coins
- 0.5 cupwater
- 2 tbsphoney
- 1 tbspghee
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
garnish
- 1 tbspfresh parsley, chopped(optional)
Equipment
large skillet · cutting board · knife
The method
Step by step
- 1
Add the sliced carrots and water to a large skillet or frying pan.
- 2
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until carrots are tender-crisp.
About 7 min
Cook’s note: Do not overcook the carrots at this stage, they should still have a slight bite.
- 3
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook until all the water has evaporated.
About 3 min
- 4
Add the ghee and honey to the pan with the carrots. Stir well to coat the carrots.
About 1 min
- 5
Continue to cook, stirring frequently, for another 3-5 minutes, until the carrots are nicely glazed and slightly caramelized.
About 4 min
Cook’s note: Watch closely to prevent burning, as the honey can caramelize quickly.
- 6
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 7
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 110.4kcal
- Protein
- 1.1g
- Carbs
- 20g
- Fat
- 3.7g
- Fibre
- 3.2g
- Sugar
- 13.9g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover honey glazed carrots in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop over low heat until warmed through.