Best 20 Ginger Carrots Recipes

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When cooking finger-licking ginger carrots, the ultimate goal is to achieve a harmonious balance between sweet, savory, and subtly spicy flavors. This vibrant dish can be enjoyed as a delectable side dish, or even as a main course when paired with a protein of your choice. Ginger carrots are a culinary symphony that tantalizes the taste buds with their tender texture, vibrant hue, and aromatic essence. With just a few simple ingredients and a touch of culinary creativity, you can easily prepare this delightful dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

HONEY GINGER CARROTS



Honey Ginger Carrots image

Carrots sweetened with honey and lemon, with a hint of ginger.

Provided by Linda

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound carrots, sliced
¼ cup butter
2 ½ tablespoons honey
1 pinch ground ginger
1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add carrots and cook until tender but still firm, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  • In a large skillet over low heat, melt butter with honey. Stir in ground ginger and lemon juice. Stir in carrots and simmer until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 98.8 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

GLAZED CARROTS WITH ORANGE AND GINGER



Glazed Carrots With Orange and Ginger image

When carrots are cooked, it's often a sad affair. They are boiled to death and presented almost as an apology. Yet when they're treated with the respect they deserve, even ordinary supermarket carrots can be among the most reliable and enjoyable of vegetables, especially from fall through spring. This braise-and-glaze technique can be varied at will and can also be used with other roots, like beets, turnips and radishes. Once you have the hang of the technique, changing the flavorings is a snap. Try substituting a mixture of half balsamic vinegar, half water or soy sauce similarly diluted for the orange juice, adding a few cloves of peeled garlic with the carrots. Or add a half cup or so of chopped onions, shallots, scallions or leeks, or of chopped pitted dates or raisins, dried currants or even dried tomatoes.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound carrots, trimmed and peeled if necessary, cut into 1/4-inch coins or sticks
2 tablespoons butter or extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced or grated peeled fresh ginger
1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Chopped fresh parsley, dill, mint, basil or chervil leaves for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except lemon juice and garnish in a saucepan no more than 6 inches across. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring to coat, then adjust heat so mixture simmers. Cover.
  • Cook, more or less undisturbed, until carrots are tender and liquid is almost gone, 10 to 20 minutes. Uncover and boil off remaining liquid, then add lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot or within an hour or two, garnished with herbs, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 118, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 335 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

GINGER-GLAZED CARROTS



Ginger-Glazed Carrots image

The easiest, yummiest carrots you will ever eat! The recipe is just so quick and easy to make. My husband grew up hating carrots, but he is willing to try anything. When he tasted these, he asked, "What in the world did my mother do to carrots to make them so bad? These are delicious!" He now requests them ... usually about twice a week.

Provided by stephljones

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Carrots     Glazed Carrot Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine carrots, honey, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper in a saucepan over medium heat; stir until carrots are coated with honey. Cook until simmering, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, cover, and steam carrots until tender, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, Sodium 117.8 mg, Sugar 14 g

GINGER HONEY GLAZED CARROTS



Ginger Honey Glazed Carrots image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger
2 tablespoons honey
4 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 cup water
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter and stir in ginger. Add honey and stir to dissolve. Stir in carrots and toss to coat. Pour in water and cover to steam. Stir occasionally and cook 8 minutes or until tender. Season to taste.

HONEY & GINGER GLAZED CARROTS



Honey & Ginger Glazed Carrots image

For weeknights, holidays and special events, we make a sweet and tangy carrot dish flavored with ginger, lemon juice and honey. Make it ahead and reheat in the oven if needed or swap out the almonds for pecans. -Laura Mims, Little Elm, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 pounds fresh carrots, sliced
1/2 cup golden raisins
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Place carrots in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook, covered, 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and return to pan., Add raisins, honey, butter, lemon juice, ginger and salt; cook and stir 4-5 minutes longer or until carrots are tender. Just before serving, sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CARROTS WITH GINGER AND HONEY



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This streamlined side dish involves only 5 ingredients, but its light flavors are sophisticated. Blanched baby carrots are heated in butter with ginger, take a turn in a few tablespoons of honey, and are sprinkled with a few shakes of salt.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 bunches (about 2 pounds) baby carrots
Salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 two-inch pieces fresh ginger, peeled and julienned
3 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Trim stems of carrots to 1/2 inch. Peel carrots, and wash stem area.
  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Salt water, add carrots, and reduce heat. Simmer until carrots are almost tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove carrots from heat, and drain. (Carrots can be prepared earlier in the day to this point.)
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ginger, and saute, stirring, until transparent, about 2 minutes. Add carrots and honey, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until carrots are glazed. Serve immediately.

ORANGE GINGER CARROTS



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Lightly glazed and seasoned with orange juice, honey and ginger, these tender carrots from our Test Kitchen make a lovely, low-fat side dish that appeals to all ages. This colorful dish will dress up a variety of meat entrees.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup vegetable broth
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
3 cups fresh baby carrots

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the broth, orange juice, vinegar, honey and ginger. Add carrots. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Uncover. Increase heat to high. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until cooking liquid is thickened.

Nutrition Facts :

GLAZED CARROTS AND GINGER



Glazed Carrots and Ginger image

For a less spicy dish, omit the chili pepper.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

20 baby carrots (about 1/2 pound), peeled but with 1-inch green top left on
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon honey
One 3-inch-by-1/2-inch-piece ginger, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick matchsticks
1/2 teaspoon thinly sliced red chili pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add carrots; cook until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain carrots; pat dry with paper towels.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet set over medium-low heat. Add the carrots, honey, and ginger, and cook, turning carrots frequently, until carrots and ginger are browned, about 8 minutes. Add the chili pepper, and continue to cook until chile is softened, about 1 minute more. Remove from heat, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 g, Cholesterol 8 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 20 g

GINGER BEETS AND CARROTS



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I love fresh garden foods, especially ones as hearty as beets and carrots. This is a great way to enjoy the end-of-the-garden harvest. Plus, the ginger adds great flavor and health benefits. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups thinly sliced fresh carrots
1-1/2 cups thinly sliced fresh beets
4 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place vegetables in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Whisk remaining ingredients; drizzle over vegetables. Toss to coat. Bake until carrots and beets are crisp-tender, 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 379mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-ROASTED CHICKEN WITH HONEY-GLAZED CARROTS AND GINGER



Slow-Roasted Chicken with Honey-Glazed Carrots and Ginger image

Keep an eye on the vegetables as they glaze at the end-the honey can burn if given the chance.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Chicken     Roast     Carrot     Ginger     Shallot     Lime Juice     Honey

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (3 1/2-4-lb.) chicken
Kosher salt
1 head of garlic, halved crosswise, plus 4 cloves, thinly sliced
1 1/2 lb. carrots, scrubbed, cut in half
8 small shallots, peeled
1 (2") piece ginger, unpeeled, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1 Tbsp. honey
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°F. Season chicken generously with salt inside and out. Place head of garlic inside cavity; tie legs together if desired. Let sit at least 5 minutes or chill, uncovered, up to 2 days.
  • Combine carrots, shallots, ginger, butter, and honey in a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot; season lightly with salt. Place chicken on top, nestling into vegetables so lid will sit tight. Cover; bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of breast registers 155°F, about 2 hours. Uncover and let rest 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook oil and sliced garlic in a small saucepan over medium until garlic is lightly browned, 6-8 minutes. Add red pepper flakes and let cool. Stir in lime juice; season dressing with salt.
  • Increase oven temperature to 450°F. Place chicken on a rimmed baking sheet and roast until skin is browned and crisp, 10-14 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place pot over medium-high heat; bring juices to a simmer. Cook, reducing heat as needed, until vegetables are glazed, 10-12 minutes. Keep warm over low heat until chicken is done.
  • Serve chicken on top of vegetables with dressing drizzled over.

GINGER-SOY GLAZED RAINBOW CARROTS



Ginger-Soy Glazed Rainbow Carrots image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 pound halved peeled rainbow carrots in a large skillet with 1/4 inch salted boiling water until tender, 7 to 9 minutes. Drain, then return to the skillet. Add 2 tablespoons butter and 2 teaspoons grated peeled ginger; toss. Add 2 teaspoons each lemon juice and soy sauce; season with salt and pepper. Top with chives.

MAPLE-GINGER GLAZED CARROTS



Maple-Ginger Glazed Carrots image

I first made this dish for my family and friends one Thanksgiving. Not only are the carrots lovely on the table, they taste terrific, too! -Jeannette Sabo, Lexington Park, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pounds medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine the carrots, water, 2 tablespoons butter and ginger. Cover and cook for 10 minutes. Cook, uncovered, until carrots are crisp-tender, 6-8 minutes longer., Stir in the syrup, vinegar, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until sauce is thickened, 5-6 minutes. Stir in remaining butter. If desired, garnish with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STIR-FRIED BALSAMIC GINGER CARROTS



Stir-Fried Balsamic Ginger Carrots image

The carrots need to be cut as uniformly as possible so that all the vegetables cook in the same amount of time. If the carrots are skinny (about 1/2 to 3/4 inch in diameter), simply cut them into 2-inch pieces; if they're medium (about 1 inch in diameter), cut lengthwise in half before cutting into 2-inch pieces; if they're large (about 1 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter), quarter lengthwise before cutting into 2-inch pieces. Blanching the carrots reduces the amount of oil necessary to stir-fry. Mince the ginger by hand; if you use a grater or microplane, the ginger will be too wet and will spatter in the oil.

Provided by Tara Parker-Pope

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 pounds carrots, cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces (about 5 cups)
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon dry sherry
2 teaspoons soy sauce (low-sodium if desired)
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons peanut or canola oil
2 tablespoons minced ginger
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart saucepan, bring 1 1/2 quarts water to a boil over high heat. Add 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and the carrots and return to a full boil, about 5 minutes. Boil for 2 additional minutes. Drain the carrots in a colander, shaking well to remove excess water. Combine the vinegar, sherry and soy sauce in a cup. Combine the sugar, pepper and the remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt in a small dish.
  • Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or a 12-inch skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in the oil by adding it to the sides of the pan and swirling the pan, then add the ginger and stir-fry no more than 10 seconds, until the ginger is fragrant. Add the carrots and stir-fry for 1 minute, until the carrots are well coated in oil and ginger. Swirl the vinegar mixture into the wok, sprinkle with the sugar mixture, and stir-fry for 1 minute, until the carrots are crisp-tender. Immediately transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 75, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 226 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GINGER-GLAZED CARROTS



Ginger-Glazed Carrots image

A 4-star veggie side dish that takes only 20 minutes to make!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 medium carrots, sliced (3 cups)
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 teaspoon finely chopped crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Heat 1 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling in 3-quart saucepan; add carrots. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and cook about 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside.
  • Cook sugar, butter and ginger in same saucpan over low heat, stirring constantlly, until bubbly; add carrots. Cook over low heat 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until carrots are glazed and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 50 mg

GLAZED GINGER CARROTS



Glazed Ginger Carrots image

My recipe differs from the others posted due to the soy sauce and OJ. No honey here but there is brown sugar. I found this smudged recipe card in my box and remember it from long ago! I'm glad to post this and now that I am thinking about it, I think my kids will like it.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Oranges

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb carrot, cut into sticks, about 4 cups
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon orange juice

Steps:

  • Cook carrots in boiling salted water for 2 minutes; drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, cream the butter with the brown sugar and ginger.
  • Cook over medium heat until mixture melts and begins to bubble slightly.
  • Add drained carrots and stir well.
  • Saute 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add soy sauce and orange juice and cook 1-2 minutes over high heat until liquid is almost completely reduced and carrots are glazed.

FOIL-BAKED SWORDFISH WITH CARROTS, LEEKS, AND GINGER BUTTER



Foil-Baked Swordfish with Carrots, Leeks, and Ginger Butter image

Categories     Fish     Ginger     Onion     Vegetable     Bake     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large carrots, cut into julienne strips (about 1 1/2 cups)
the white and pale green part of 2 small leeks, chopped fine, washed well, and drained (about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated lime zest
1 1/2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh gingerroot
two 6-ounces swordfish steaks (about 3/4 inch thick)

Steps:

  • In a heavy skillet cook the carrots and the leeks with salt and pepper to taste in 1 tablespoon of the butter over moderate heat, stirring, for 10 minutes, or until the carrots are crisp-tender, and keep the mixture warm. In a small bowl stir together the remaining 1 tablespoon butter, the zest, the gingerroot, and salt and pepper to taste. Fold 2 pieces of 20- by 12-inch foil in half by bringing the short ends together, unfold each piece, and arrange a swordfish steak, seasoned with salt and pepper, just to one side of each fold line. Top the swordfish with the vegetable mixture and dot it with the butter mixture. Fold the foil over the swordfish steaks with the vegetable mixture to enclose them, fold the edges of the foil together to form tightly sealed packets, and bake the packets on a baking sheet in a preheated 450°F. oven for 10 minutes. Open the packets carefully, transfer the swordfish steaks with vegetables mixture to plates, and pour the juices over them, discarding the foil.

ORANGE-GINGER PICKLED BABY CARROTS



Orange-Ginger Pickled Baby Carrots image

Crisp pickled vegetables go brilliantly with cocktails (or with sandwiches, a hunk of cheese, a juicy steak...the possibilities are endless). Fresh ginger and dried chiles give them a bracing boost and orange juice plays up their natural sweetness.

Provided by Lillian Chou

Categories     Holiday 2018     Christmas     Christmas Eve     Winter     Hors D'Oeuvre     Carrot     Pickles     Citrus     Ginger

Yield Makes about 2 qt

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lb baby carrots with tops, peeled and trimmed, leaving 1/2 inch of stems intact; or 2 lb medium carrots, peeled and cut into roughly 3- by 1/2-inch sticks.
2 cups white wine vinegar
5 (3-inch) strips orange zest
2 cups fresh orange juice
5 (1- to 2-inch) dried hot chiles
1 (2-inch) piece peeled ginger, cut crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Blanch carrots in a nonreactive 4- to 5-qt heavy pot of salted boiling water, stirring occasionally, 1 minute. Transfer carrots to an ice bath to stop cooking, then drain in a colander and transfer to a heatproof bowl
  • Bring vinegar, orange zest and juice, chiles, ginger, sugar, and 1 1/2 tsp salt to a boil in same pot, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Pour over carrots and cool, uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour.
  • Chill carrots in pickling liquid in an airtight container, shaking container occasionally, at least 1 day.

GINGER CARROTS



Ginger Carrots image

"Ginger adds extra zing to this bright orange side dish," relates Joyce Guth of Mohnton, Pennsylvania. "It goes especially well with a ham dinner."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups sliced carrots
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Place carrots and 1 in. of water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and keep warm. , In the same pan, combine the cornstarch, sugar, salt and ginger. Stir in orange juice until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter until melted. Add carrots and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 355mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH STAR ANISE SAUCE, GINGER CARROTS AND SNAP PEAS



Roasted Chicken with Star Anise Sauce, Ginger Carrots and Snap Peas image

Provided by Whitney Chen

Time 3h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 whole chicken
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 orange, halved
6 cloves garlic
1/2 onion, halved
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 sprigs fresh thyme
Salt
3 cups snow or snap peas
4 carrots, peeled and cut on a bias 1/2-inch thick
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons grated fresh garlic
Freshly ground black pepper
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon anise seed
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 sprigs fresh thyme

Steps:

  • For the chicken: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Clean the chicken and sprinkle the entire bird, inside and out, with salt and pepper. Stuff the bird with the oranges, garlic, onions, celery, rosemary and thyme. Place the chicken on a rack in a roasting pan and bake for 20 minutes. If the chicken is browning too quickly, turn the oven down to 375 degrees F and cook until the internal temperature of the chicken is 165 degrees, about 1 hour 20 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven, tent with foil and let rest 30 minutes. While the chicken is cooking, work on the garnishes.
  • For the snow peas and carrots: Fill a large pot with water, season with salt and bring to a boil. Prepare an ice bath by placing ice cubes and water in a bowl. Set aside. Dump the snap peas into the boiling water and cook until al dente. Be sure to test the peas as they are cooking to prevent them from overcooking. Use a slotted spoon to remove the snow peas from the water and plunge into the ice bath. Remove from the ice when cool and reserve until service.
  • Put the carrots, ginger, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons butter and brown sugar in a saute pan and add water until the carrots are barely covered. The carrots should be in a single layer. Put on high heat and cook until all the water is nearly evaporated. Cover and set aside for service.
  • For the star anise sauce: Combine the stock, soy sauce, anise seeds, honey, vinegar, sesame oil and thyme and reduce until the sauce coats the back of a spoon.
  • Once the chicken has rested, carve the bird by removing the legs from the thighs and slicing the breasts in half. Pour any juices that have collected in the pan into the sauce and hold warm over low heat.
  • To finish the snap peas, heat a saute pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon butter. Once it is bubbly, add the garlic and snap peas. Season with salt and pepper. To finish the carrots, gently reheat over medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter to moisten.
  • Once everything is hot, serve a piece of white and dark meat garnished with the carrots, snap peas and drizzled with the sauce.

CILANTRO GINGER CARROTS



Cilantro Ginger Carrots image

Peppery-sweet ginger and cooling cilantro have starring roles in this colorful side of crisp-tender carrots. They go from pan to plate in a twinkling. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter
1 pound fresh carrots, sliced diagonally
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add carrots; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 4-6 minutes. Add ginger; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in cilantro, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right carrots: For the best results, use fresh, young carrots. They should be firm and brightly colored.
  • Peel the carrots if desired: Peeling the carrots is optional, but it will give them a smoother texture.
  • Cut the carrots into even-sized pieces: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Use a large skillet or wok: This will give the carrots plenty of room to cook without overcrowding.
  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat: This will help the carrots caramelize and develop a nice color.
  • Add the carrots and cook, stirring frequently: Cook the carrots until they are tender and slightly browned.
  • Add the ginger and cook for 1 minute: This will infuse the carrots with the flavor of the ginger.
  • Add the sauce and cook until the carrots are coated: The sauce can be made with a variety of ingredients, such as soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar.
  • Serve immediately: Ginger carrots are best served hot.

Conclusion:

Ginger carrots are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and healthy.

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