Caramelized carrots are a delectable dish that combines the natural sweetness of carrots with a delightful caramelized glaze. This classic side dish effortlessly elevates any meal with its vibrant color, tender texture, and irresistible flavor. Whether you're a seasoned cook or new to the kitchen, preparing caramelized carrots is a culinary adventure that will yield impressive results. Join us as we explore the world of caramelized carrots, uncovering the secrets to crafting this delectable dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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CARAMELIZED BABY CARROTS
Carrots become beautifully glazed and tender with just a little brown sugar and a quick, high-heat roast. To clean up, simply toss the foil. Use this simple roasted-carrot method as a base, and then layer on other flavor combinations as you like. Try smoky chipotle chile powder, fragrant garam masala, or tart ground sumac.
Provided by Deb Wise
Yield Serves 4 (serving size: about 2/3 cup)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl; toss. Spread carrot mixture on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes or until tender and caramelized, stirring once after 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 209 mg, Sugar 7 g
CARAMELISED HONEY CARROTS
Have a fussy eater in the family? These caramelised carrots cooked with butter and honey will prove a big hit with kids - a great side dish for Sunday lunch
Provided by Juliet Sear
Categories Side dish
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Put the carrots in a large frying pan with a lid. Cover with cold water, put the lid on and bring to a boil. Once boiling, take the lid off and cook over a medium heat for about 25-30 mins until all the water has evaporated.
- Reduce the heat, add the honey, butter and thyme leaves and gently cook for about 5 mins until the carrots are caramelised and golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 3 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium
CARAMELISED CARROTS
Make and share this Caramelised Carrots recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Jubes
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the oil and butter in a frying pan. Add the carrots and cook, covered, over a low heat, until the carrots have just tendered.
- Add the sugar, stir constantly, about 10 minutes, or until the carrots caramelise.
- Stir in the parsley and the vinegar.
CARAMELIZED ROASTED CARROTS
Steps:
- Bake in the oven for around 25 minutes or until soft and beginning to brown.
- Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 242 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CARAMELISED CARROTS & ONIONS
The perfect caramelised carrots to accompany any roast - try them alongside your Christmas turkey
Provided by Cathryn Evans
Categories Dinner, Side dish, Vegetable
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Blanch carrots in a pan of boiling salted water for 3 mins, drain well, then pat dry. In a large pan, melt the butter and oil, then fry the carrots, onions and thyme over a low heat for 30 mins until golden.
- Stir in the sugar and red wine and bubble for a few mins to boil off the alcohol. Add the vinegar, then continue to cook until syrupy, about 5 mins. Remove the sprigs of thyme and serve. Make up to 2 days ahead, stored in a covered container. Tip back into a pan and reheat or use a microwave.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 15 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.15 milligram of sodium
BROWN SUGAR-GLAZED CARROTS
Not only do they add a bright burst of color to any plate, but carrots are often the first vegetable that most little ones will consider eating. Their natural sweetness is given some amplification by making these caramelized carrots with a brown sugar, orange peel and butter glaze. Even big kids will be asking for seconds of these delicious glazed carrots.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat 1 inch water to boiling in 3-quart saucepan. Add carrots and, if desired, 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer covered 12 to 15 minutes or until carrots are tender.
- While carrots are cooking, heat brown sugar, butter, orange zest and 1/2 teaspoon salt in 10- or 12-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved and mixture is bubbly. Be careful not to overcook or the mixture will taste scorched. Remove from heat.
- Drain carrots. Stir carrots into brown sugar mixture. Cook over low heat about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally and gently, until carrots are glazed and hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg
GLAZED CARROTS
Simple dish with tender carrots with a buttery glaze and a mild sweetness.
Provided by Tricia McTamaney
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots Glazed Carrot Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place carrots into a large saucepan, pour in enough water to reach depth of 1 inch, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer carrots until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl.
- Melt butter in the same saucepan; stir brown sugar, salt, and white pepper into butter until brown sugar and salt have dissolved. Transfer carrots into brown sugar sauce; cook and stir until carrots are glazed with sauce, about 5 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 193.8 mg, Sugar 12.1 g
CARAMELIZED CUMIN-ROASTED CARROTS
Provided by Maria Helm Sinskey
Categories Vegetable Side Bake Low Fat Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Low Cal High Fiber Spice Root Vegetable Carrot Fall Winter Healthy Vegan Cumin Bon Appétit Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Small Plates
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray.
- Combine carrots and all remaining ingredients in large bowl; toss to coat. Spread in single layer on prepared baking sheet. Roast carrots until tender and lightly caramelized, turning carrots over once, 35 to 40 minutes.
CARAMELIZED CARROTS
From Better Homes & Gardens. During cooking, gently shake skillet to prevent carrots from sticking! Very good way to change up carrots.
Provided by CookinMamaof3
Categories Corn
Time 42m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in large skillet, then add carrots, cut side down.
- Sprinkle with salt and cook, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Turn carrots, add garlic, cover and continue cooking for 10 minutes, or until tender and golden brown.
- Remove carrots to serving plate and cover to keep warm.
- Add whipping cream and cayenne pepper to the same skillet and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and gently boil for 2 to 4 minutes, until cream is slightly thickened.
- Pour over carrots and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.3, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 27.2, Sodium 159, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 5.2, Protein 1.6
CARAMELIZED SPICED CARROTS
Categories Vegetable Side Bake Roast Thanksgiving Vegetarian Mint Basil Pine Nut Carrot Fall Pomegranate Molasses Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Whisk 1/4 cup water, pomegranate molasses, and next 7 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Add carrots to pomegranate mixture and toss to coat. Divide carrots between 2 large rimmed baking sheets. Roast until carrots are tender and liquids are reduced to glaze, stirring twice and mixing in water by tablespoonfuls if needed to prevent burning, about 55 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm in 375°F oven 10 minutes before serving.)
- Transfer carrots to platter. Sprinkle pomegranate seeds, pine nuts, basil, and mint over carrots and serve.
- *A thick pomegranate syrup; available at some supermarkets and Middle Eastern markets, and by mail from Adriana's Caravan (adrianascaravan.com).
BALSAMIC CARAMELIZED LEEKS, CARROTS, AND CELERY
My family just loves it! Very easy and a perfect way to mix veggies in a smooth, sweet, and sour taste that goes well with rice, goat cheese, or yogurt! Try it with some rice: white, seasoned, or any!
Provided by AlwaysKaKa
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir leeks until softened, about 5 minutes. Add celery, carrots, vegetable broth, and balsamic vinegar; cook and stir until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir brown sugar into leek mixture until dissolved and mixture is lightly browned, about 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 5.7 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 90.7 mg, Sugar 8.3 g
Tips:
- Choose the right carrots: Look for medium-sized carrots with a uniform shape and smooth skin. Avoid carrots that are too large or have blemishes.
- Peel and cut the carrots evenly: This will help them cook evenly. You can cut the carrots into rounds, slices, or sticks.
- Use a large skillet: This will give the carrots plenty of room to caramelize.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet: If you overcrowd the skillet, the carrots will steam instead of caramelizing.
- Use a combination of butter and olive oil: This will help the carrots caramelize evenly and prevent them from burning.
- Cook the carrots over medium-low heat: This will allow them to caramelize slowly and develop a deep flavor.
- Stir the carrots frequently: This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the skillet.
- Add a little bit of sugar or honey: This will help the carrots caramelize more quickly.
- Season the carrots with salt and pepper: This will enhance their flavor.
- Serve the carrots immediately: They are best enjoyed when they are hot and crispy.
Conclusion:
Caramelized carrots are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are a great way to add some sweetness and flavor to your plate. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make caramelized carrots that will impress your family and friends.
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