Description
Honey Glazed Carrots are a sweet and savory side dish featuring tender carrots coated in a buttery honey glaze, perfect for holidays and everyday meals. This simple stovetop recipe enhances carrots with honey, butter, and optional brown sugar, creating a delightful balance of flavor and texture, garnished with fresh parsley for freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 4 cups sliced carrots or baby carrots
Glaze
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
Seasoning & Garnish
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Carrots: Place the carrots in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a rolling boil and cook the carrots for 5 to 7 minutes until they are just tender but not mushy. Drain the carrots well to remove excess water.
- Prepare the Glaze: Return the empty saucepan to the stove over medium heat. Add the unsalted butter, honey, and brown sugar if using. Stir the mixture continuously until the butter is melted and combined with the honey and sugar, forming a smooth glaze.
- Glaze the Carrots: Add the drained carrots back into the saucepan. Toss the carrots thoroughly in the glaze to coat them evenly. Continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often, until the glaze thickens and clings beautifully to the carrots.
- Season and Serve: Season the glazed carrots with salt and black pepper to your preferred taste. Transfer the carrots to a serving dish, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm for the best flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For extra warmth and flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the glaze.
- Maple syrup can be used instead of honey for a deeper, richer flavor.
- For a caramelized finish, try roasting the carrots beforehand before glazing.
