Sticky carrots
Discover the perfect balance of sweet and savory with our Sticky Carrots recipe! Featuring tender carrots caramelized in a delightful blend of olive oil, butter, honey, and fresh thyme, this simple yet elegant side dish is sure to win hearts at the dinner table. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a must-try for any occasion!
- 06 Jun 2024
- Cook time 25 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 4 Servings
- 5 Ingredients
Sticky carrots provide a delightful combination of sweetness and herbaceous flavor, making them a perfect side dish for any meal. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures a caramelized glaze on tender carrots that will satisfy the taste buds of everyone at your table.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Peel the carrots and cut them into sticks or rounds, ensuring they are roughly uniform in size to promote even cooking.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C or Gas Mark 6).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrot sticks or rounds with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss them well to ensure they are evenly coated.
- Spread the coated carrots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven.
- Roast the carrots for about 20-25 minutes, or until they start to become tender and slightly golden. Stir them halfway through the cooking time for even roasting.
- While the carrots are roasting, melt the 1 tablespoon of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the melted butter and stir until well combined.
- Mix in the fresh thyme leaves, ensuring they are well distributed throughout the glaze.
- After the carrots are tender and caramelized, remove them from the oven.
- Transfer the roasted carrots back to the mixing bowl and pour the honey-butter-thyme glaze over them.
- Toss the carrots gently until they are evenly coated with the sticky glaze.
- Place the glazed carrots back on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Return them to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes. This will allow the glaze to caramelize and adhere to the carrots, making them deliciously sticky.
- Remove the carrots from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Transfer them to a serving dish and garnish with a few extra thyme leaves if desired.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, young carrots for the best flavor and texture.
- Cut the carrots evenly to ensure they cook uniformly.
- For an extra depth of flavor, you can add a splash of balsamic vinegar or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
- Stir the carrots frequently while cooking to coat them evenly with the glaze.
Enjoy your sticky carrots as a delicious and nutritious side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses. The combination of honey and thyme creates a unique, flavorful experience that highlights the natural sweetness of the carrots. Bon appétit!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 130 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 90kcal | 4% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 1.34g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 14g | 4% |
| Fiber 3.89g | 10% |
| Sugar 8g | 8% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 7g | 8% |
| Saturated 2.22g | 7% |
| Cholesterol 9mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 1030ug | 114% |
| Choline 11mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.08mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 0.07mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 1.18mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 0.17mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B9 24ug | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 7mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E 0.79mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K 16ug | 13% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 54mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.06mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 0.37mg | 3% |
| Magnesium, Mg 15mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus, P 44mg | 3% |
| Potassium, K 410mg | 12% |
| Selenium, Se 0.14ug | 0% |
| Sodium, Na 80mg | 6% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.30mg | 3% |
| Water | |
| Water 110g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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