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!

  • 24 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 25 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 5 Ingredients

Sticky carrots

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:

4 cups carrots
480g
1 tbsp olive oil
14g
1 tbsp butter
16g
1 tbsp honey
10g
1 tbsp fresh thyme
16g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Carrots:
- Peel the carrots and cut them into sticks or rounds, ensuring they are roughly uniform in size to promote even cooking.
2. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C or Gas Mark 6).
3. Coat the Carrots:
- 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.
4. Roast the Carrots:
- 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.
5. Prepare the Sticky Glaze:
- 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.
6. Combine Carrots with 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.
7. Final Roasting:
- 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.
8. Serve:
- 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 Size130 grams
Energy
Calories 90kcal4%
Protein
Protein 1.34g1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 14g4%
Fiber 3.89g10%
Sugar 8g8%
Fat
Fat 7g8%
Saturated 2.22g7%
Cholesterol 9mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 1030ug114%
Choline 11mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.08mg7%
Vitamin B2 0.07mg5%
Vitamin B3 1.18mg7%
Vitamin B6 0.17mg10%
Vitamin B9 24ug6%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
Vitamin E 0.79mg5%
Vitamin K 16ug13%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 54mg4%
Copper, Cu 0.06mg6%
Iron, Fe 0.37mg3%
Magnesium, Mg 15mg3%
Phosphorus, P 44mg3%
Potassium, K 410mg12%
Selenium, Se 0.14ug0%
Sodium, Na 80mg6%
Zinc, Zn 0.30mg3%
Water
Water 110g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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