Description
Savory Michael Symon Glazed Carrots deliver a spectacular side dish with Mediterranean-inspired charm. Sweet honey and brown butter caramelize tender carrots, creating an irresistible flavor profile you’ll crave at every meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (16-ounce/454 grams) bag baby carrots
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) water
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
Finishing Ingredients:
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine sliced carrots, 60 milliliters (1/4 cup) of water, 30 grams (2 tablespoons) of unsalted butter, and 30 grams (2 tablespoons) of brown sugar in a medium saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium-high temperature, stirring intermittently to ensure even coating and prevent sticking.
- Allow the liquid to reach a vigorous boil, creating a bubbling surface across the pan.
- Reduce heat to low and carefully cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, trapping steam and moisture.
- Gently simmer the carrots for 5-6 minutes, allowing them to become tender and absorb the sweet butter sauce.
- Remove the lid and increase heat to high, continuously stirring the carrots to prevent burning.
- Continue cooking until all liquid evaporates, creating a glossy, caramelized coating on the carrots.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat source and season with freshly ground black pepper and kosher salt to taste.
- Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish, ensuring an even distribution of the rich, sweet glaze.
Notes
- Swap baby carrots for chopped carrots to customize texture and visual appeal in the final presentation.
- Roast carrots beforehand to intensify their natural sweetness and develop deeper caramelized flavors.
- Select organic carrots when possible for enhanced nutritional value and more robust taste profile.
- Slice carrots uniformly to ensure consistent cooking and elegant plate appearance.
- Store leftover seasoned carrots in an airtight container for up to three days in the refrigerator.
- Serve warm immediately after cooking to maximize the sensory experience of crisp edges and tender centers.
- Drizzle extra olive oil just before serving to boost shine and provide a luxurious moisture finish.
- Pair with protein-rich dishes like roasted chicken or grilled salmon for a balanced meal complement.
- Adjust seasoning quantities based on personal preference and desired flavor intensity.
- Consider using a cast-iron skillet for superior heat distribution and beautiful caramelization.
- Preheat cooking surface to guarantee perfect golden-brown exterior and tender interior.
- Rinse carrots thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris before preparation begins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 92 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 7 mg