Best 12 Fried Baby Carrots Recipes

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Fried baby carrots is a delicious and nutritious dish that can be easily prepared at home. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a healthy snack, fried baby carrots are a great option. They are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and they can be cooked in a variety of ways. This article will provide you with some tips and tricks for making the perfect fried baby carrots, as well as some delicious recipes to try.

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SWEET BABY CARROTS



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Honey, butter, and brown sugar make these baby carrots irresistible! It may not be the most nutritious recipe, but the carrots turn out so yummy, you won't care!

Provided by Lisa Altmiller

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (16 ounce) package baby carrots
½ cup butter
3 tablespoons honey
½ cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Place the carrots into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.
  • Return the pot to the stove; reduce the heat to medium-low. Melt the butter in the pot. Stir in the honey and brown sugar; add the carrots and stir until evenly coated; cook another 5 minutes

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50.7 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 249.1 mg, Sugar 44.9 g

FRIED CARROTS



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Make and share this Fried Carrots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marlene.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups raw carrots, sliced
1 small onion, sliced
salt and pepper
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Clean,peel and slice carrots.
  • Slice onion.
  • Using cooking spray, spray fry pan and heat to medium.
  • Add carrots and onions, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover pan.
  • When carrots and onions start sizzling, turn heat down to low, checking often and turning so they cook thoroughly or to your desired tenderness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.2, Fat 0.2, Sodium 44.9, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.8, Protein 0.8

BABY CARROTS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 pounds baby carrots
3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pats
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Place baby carrots in 1/2-inch of water with butter, sugar, and salt. Bring water to a boil, cover pan, and reduce heat to simmer. Cook carrots 7 or 8 minutes, remove lid, and raise heat to medium high. Reduce water until it almost evaporates, a couple of minutes. Turn carrots in sauce and taste to adjust seasonings and serve.

AIR-FRYER CARROTS



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I love roasting carrots to bring out their sweetness. I think thyme really complements the flavor of these air-fryer carrots, but feel free to mix it up and use other herbs, like rosemary or tarragon. -Marlene Schott, Devine, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound baby carrots
2 small onions, quartered
3 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Fresh thyme, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 375°. In a large bowl, toss first 8 ingredients. Place carrots on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until carrots are crisp-tender, 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If desired, sprinkle with fresh thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 230mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MAPLE SYRUP GLAZED BABY CARROTS



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Make certain to cook or steam the carrots up to 2 days in advance and refrigerate, as they must be stir-fried cold, the recipe may be doubled.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 (1 lb) bags baby carrots
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Place the carrots in a saucepan, and cover with salted water; bring to a boil, and cook until just fork-tender (about 13-15 minutes, don't overcook!).
  • Drain the carrots, then submerge under ice water or very cold water.
  • Drain very well (I pat them dry with a paper towel) and place in a ziploc plastic storage bag or bowl covered with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  • Just before serving, melt butter in a large frypan over medium-high heat.
  • Add maple syrup and toss in cold carrots.
  • Stir-fry until browned (about 5 minutes).
  • Season with salt, pepper and/or dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.9, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 219.8, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 22.8, Protein 1.5

SKILLET ROASTED CARROTS!



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This recipe is from Tom Colicchio, the head judge of Top Chef. I got this recipe from Today's Kitchen cookbook(recipes made on the Today news show). It's simple and delicious! Baby carrots were used for this dish, but feel free to use large carrots, cut to size.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

30 baby carrots (3-4 inches long)
2 tablespoons peanut oil (or olive oil)
kosher salt and black fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or salted butter)
2 sprigs rosemary

Steps:

  • Peel the carrots, trim them, leaving an inch or so of the green top( I use prepackaged baby carrots with no tops).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the oil, then the carrots. Salt and pepper them.
  • Cook, rolling the carrots so they color on all sides, until they are golden, about 5 minutes. Add the buttter and rosemary and continue cooking until the carrots are tender, about 5 more minutes.
  • Drain the carrots on paper towels befoe serving. Enjoy!

STIR-FRIED CARROTS



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For a colorful side dish that's as good for you as it is good, Grace Yaskovic cooks up these fast and fail-proof carrots with rosemary fresh from her garden. "It's my hubby Tom's favorite way to do carrots," she shares, "and it just happens to be healthy, too!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 pounds fresh carrots, julienned
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry carrots in oil until crisp-tender. Stir in the broth, rosemary and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until liquid is reduced.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STIR-FRIED CUMIN CARROTS



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Pair lightly spiced baby carrots with a zesty lemon, shallot, cumin and coriander dressing to make this fabulous side dish - a great accompaniment to your Sunday roast

Provided by Tom Kerridge

Categories     Side dish

Time 20m

Yield Serves 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tbsp vegetable oil
400g baby heritage carrots , washed, leafy tops trimmed and roughly chopped (set aside for later), large carrots halved
3 garlic cloves , peeled and sliced
1 tbsp cumin seeds
pinch chilli flakes
handful fresh coriander leaves , chopped
1 shallot , finely chopped
1 lemon , zested, plus a squeeze of juice
50ml olive oil

Steps:

  • Mix all the dressing ingredients together and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a wok, then add the carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 mins until lightly charred, then add the garlic, cumin, chilli and a large pinch of salt. Cook for 2 mins more. Turn off the heat, toss through the dressing and a few chopped carrot tops, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

AIR-FRIED CARROTS WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE



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Honey-roasted carrots still warm from the air fryer are tossed with a buttery balsamic glaze and sprinkled with chives in this simple and quick weeknight side dish recipe.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots     Glazed Carrot Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

olive oil for brushing
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound tri-colored baby carrots
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Brush an air fryer basket with olive oil.
  • Whisk together 1 tablespoon olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add carrots and toss to coat. Place carrots in the air fryer basket in a single layer, in batches, if needed.
  • Cook in the air fryer at 390 degrees F (200 degrees C), stirring once, until tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer warm cooked carrots to a large bowl, add balsamic glaze and butter, and toss to coat. Sprinkle with chives and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 228 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

BUTTERED BABY CARROTS



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There's nothing better than soft, buttery carrots to go along with your favourite roast. You can keep this side simple or tweak it with our delicious twists

Provided by Miriam Nice

Categories     Side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 2

500g baby carrots
1 tbsp butter

Steps:

  • Wash and peel the baby carrots, keeping the green tops intact. Put them in a medium saucepan and half-fill with salted water. Bring to the boil and cook for 4 mins or until just tender. Drain, then transfer to a serving dish, season and stir in the butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 32 calories, Fat 2 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

STIR-FRIED CARROTS AND GARLIC



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Categories     Garlic     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Carrot     Spring     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium carrots, halved crosswise
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, sliced thin lengthwise
1/3 cup water
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
fresh lemon juice to taste

Steps:

  • Halve carrot pieces lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices. In a heavy medium skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and stir-fry carrots until they begin to turn golden. Add garlic and stir-fry 30 seconds. Add water and butter and simmer, covered, until carrots are just tender, about 3 minutes. Boil carrots, uncovered, until most of liquid is evaporated. Stir in lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.

FRIED BABY CARROTS



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Make and share this Fried Baby Carrots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CJAY8248

Categories     Vegetable

Time 32m

Yield 1 lb. carrots, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb baby carrots
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 teaspoon sugar
1 grated lemon, rind of
1/2 lemon, juice of
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, roughly chopped
1 sprig mint (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a skillet large enough to hold the carrots in a single layer.
  • Add the carrots and cook gently 15 minutes, shaking frequently.
  • Add the garlic and cook 10 minutes more until the carrots are tender and spotted with brown.
  • Add the sugar and cook 2 minutes.
  • Stir in lemon rind and juice and season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in chopped mint and transfer to a serving dish.
  • Garnish with sprigs of mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.6, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 44.9, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.3, Protein 0.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots: Select baby carrots that are small, tender, and have a vibrant orange color. Avoid carrots that are limp or have blemishes.
  • Wash and peel the carrots: Rinse the carrots thoroughly under cold water and peel them using a vegetable peeler or a sharp knife.
  • Cut the carrots into uniform pieces: Cut the carrots into even-sized pieces so that they cook evenly. If the carrots are too thick, they may not cook through properly.
  • Use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet: A well-seasoned cast iron skillet will help to create a crispy exterior on the carrots. If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a non-stick skillet, but make sure to grease it well before cooking the carrots.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: When frying the carrots, make sure not to overcrowd the skillet. This will prevent the carrots from cooking evenly and becoming soggy.
  • Cook the carrots over medium-high heat: Cook the carrots over medium-high heat so that they get a nice sear. This will help to caramelize the natural sugars in the carrots and give them a delicious flavor.
  • Season the carrots: Season the carrots with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices before frying. This will help to enhance their flavor.
  • Garnish the carrots: Once the carrots are cooked, garnish them with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley. This will add a pop of color and freshness to the dish.

Conclusion:

Fried baby carrots are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a main meal or as a snack. By following the tips above, you can create perfectly crispy and flavorful fried baby carrots that will be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy side dish, give fried baby carrots a try!

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