Honey Glazed Carrots
These tender, sweet, and savory honey glazed carrots make an effortless and vibrant side dish for any weeknight dinner or holiday table.
Ingredients
- •1.5 pounds carrots (700g), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch rounds or diagonal slices
- •2 tablespoons olive oil
- •2 tablespoons pareve margarine or extra olive oil
- •3 tablespoons pure honey
- •1 tablespoon brown sugar
- •1/4 cup water or vegetable broth
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- •1 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Peel the carrots and slice them uniformly so they cook at the same rate.
- 2
In a large skillet, melt the margarine with the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add the carrot slices to the skillet, tossing them well to coat them in the oil and margarine mixture.
- 4
Sauté the carrots for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften slightly.
- 5
Pour in the water or vegetable broth, honey, brown sugar, kosher salt, and black pepper, stirring everything together.
- 6
Bring the liquid to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the carrots cook for 10 to 12 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- 7
Remove the lid, turn the heat up to medium-high, and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the liquid reduces into a thick, shiny, golden glaze that coats the carrots.
- 8
Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm.
💡 Chef tips
- For extra depth of flavor, add a pinch of ground cinnamon or a splash of fresh orange juice to the honey mixture.
- You can peel and slice the carrots up to a day in advance and store them in water in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
- Leftover carrots can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and gently reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished carrots should be tender-crisp with a glossy, sticky amber glaze, offering a rich sweetness balanced by a savory finish.