Maple carrots
Delight your taste buds with these heavenly Maple Carrots! Made with tender carrots, rich butter, sweet maple syrup, and crunchy hazelnuts, this simple yet flavorful side dish is perfect for any meal. Ready in just minutes, it's the ideal blend of sweet and savory. Discover this delicious recipe today!
- 05 Sep 2024
- Cook time 30 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 8 Servings
- 4 Ingredients
Maple carrots are a delicious and easy side dish that brings out the natural sweetness of carrots while adding a rich, nutty flavor from hazelnuts. Perfect for holiday feasts or a simple weeknight dinner, this dish combines a few simple ingredients for a truly delightful taste.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Wash, peel, and cut the carrots into even-sized slices or sticks for uniform cooking.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt.
- Add the carrot slices to the boiling water and blanch for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Drain the carrots and set aside.
- While the carrots are blanching, place a dry skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped hazelnuts to the skillet and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning, until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Transfer the toasted hazelnuts to a bowl and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the blanched carrots to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are tender and start to caramelize.
- Pour the maple syrup over the carrots, stirring well to ensure that all the carrots are evenly coated.
- Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the syrup to thicken slightly and glaze the carrots.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the toasted hazelnuts until they are evenly distributed among the carrots.
- Transfer the maple-glazed carrots and hazelnuts to a serving dish.
- Serve immediately as a delicious side dish. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose fresh, crispy carrots for the best texture and flavor.
- Peel and slice the carrots evenly to ensure they cook uniformly.
- Toast the hazelnuts lightly before adding them to the dish to enhance their flavor.
- Use real maple syrup for a more authentic and robust taste.
- Don't overcook the carrots; they should be tender but still have a slight bite.
Maple carrots are a versatile and crowd-pleasing dish that can elevate any meal with minimal effort. With the right ingredients and a few simple steps, you can create a side that's both nutritious and delectable. Enjoy the sweet, nutty flavors and the compliments they'll bring!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 80 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 70kcal | 3% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 1.31g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 7g | 2% |
| Fiber 2.16g | 6% |
| Sugar 3.07g | 3% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 4.69g | 6% |
| Saturated 1.10g | 4% |
| Cholesterol 4.41mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 520ug | 57% |
| Choline 8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 0.07mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 0.04mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 0.68mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 0.11mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B9 18ug | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 3.85mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E 1.14mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K 9ug | 7% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 27mg | 2% |
| Copper, Cu 0.11mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 0.41mg | 4% |
| Magnesium, Mg 16mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus, P 36mg | 3% |
| Potassium, K 230mg | 7% |
| Selenium, Se 0.18ug | 0% |
| Sodium, Na 40mg | 3% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.27mg | 2% |
| Water | |
| Water 55g | - |
| * 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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