Best 2 Honey Glazed Pea Pods Carrots Recipes

Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our ultimate guide to cooking honey glazed pea pods and carrots, a delightful and vibrant side dish that will elevate your meals to new heights. This tantalizing recipe combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the crisp texture of pea pods, coated in a luscious honey glaze that adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to any occasion. Whether you're seeking a healthy and colorful addition to your dinner table or a delectable appetizer for your next gathering, this recipe will surely impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HONEY GLAZED PEA PODS AND CARROTS

Honey Glazed Pea Pods and Carrots image

A touch of golden honey flavors these tender pea pods mixed with sweet carrots.

Provided by Michele O'Sullivan

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots Glazed Carrot Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cups sliced carrots
½ pound snow peas, trimmed
3 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add carrots and cook until tender crisp, 10 to 12 minutes. Add pea pods and cook until tender crisp; drain and set aside.
Melt butter in the same pan and stir in cornstarch. Return carrots and peas to pan and stir in honey. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 66.1 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

HONEY-GLAZED PEA PODS & CARROTS

Honey-Glazed Pea Pods & Carrots image

I love fresh cooked carrots and pea pods. Put together with the honey glaze makes me like them more!

Provided by keen5

Categories Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3/4 cup water
2 cups carrots, diagonally sliced 1/4 inch (4 medium)
8 ounces fresh pea pods, washed,remove tips and strings or 2 (6 ounce) packages frozen pea pods
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons honey

Steps:

In 2-qt saucepan bring water to a full boil.
Add carrots, cover; cook over medium heat until carrots are crisply tender (about 10 to 12 minutes).
Add pea pods; continue cooking until pea pods are crisply tender (about 1 to 2 minutes).
Drain; set aside.
In same pan melt butter; stir in cornstarch.
Add carrots, pea pods and honey.
Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through (about 2 to 3 minutes).

Tips:

Choose fresh, young pea pods and carrots for the best flavor and texture.
Trim the pea pods and carrots before cooking to remove any tough or woody ends.
Blanch the pea pods and carrots in boiling water for a few minutes to brighten their color and crisp up their texture.
Make sure to drain the pea pods and carrots thoroughly before adding them to the skillet.
Use a large skillet or wok to ensure that the pea pods and carrots have plenty of room to cook evenly.
Stir-fry the pea pods and carrots over high heat until they are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the honey glaze to the skillet and stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the glaze is evenly distributed.
Serve the honey-glazed pea pods and carrots immediately.

Conclusion:

Honey-glazed pea pods and carrots are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. They are also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make this tasty dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give honey-glazed pea pods and carrots a try.