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Honey-Glazed Carrots: Sweet & Savory Side Dish Recipe
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Honey-Glazed Carrots: Sweet & Savory Side Dish Recipe
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Honey-Glazed Carrots: Sweet & Savory Side Dish Recipe

Discover how to make these incredible honey-glazed carrots, infused with star anise, thyme, and garlic, and finished with a torch for an amazing flavor. This recipe elevates the humble carrot to a show-stopping side dish that will impress everyone.
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#Vegetable Recipe
#Easy Side Dish
#Gourmet Carrots
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Perfectly Glazed Carrots
Perfectly Glazed Carrots

Recipe Information

10m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
25m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Modern European / Fusion
English
Nutrition (per serving)
150
Calories
2g
Protein
25g
Carbs
5g
Fat
Close-up of Caramelized Glaze
Close-up of Caramelized Glaze

Ingredients

  • Carrots
    (Peeled and cut into desired shapes)

    1 kilogram
  • Honey
    (For glazing)

    1 cup
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  • Star Anise
    (Whole)

    2 units
  • Fresh Thyme
    (For infusion)

    3 sprigs
  • Garlic cloves
    (Smashed)

    3 cloves
  • Olive Oil
    (For cooking)

    2 tablespoons
  • Salt
    (To taste)

    1 teaspoon
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  • Black Pepper
    (Freshly ground, to taste)

    1 teaspoon
Servings: 4
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Serving Suggestion with Garnish
Serving Suggestion with Garnish

Instructions

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  • 1

    Peel and cut carrots into uniform pieces. For best results, consider cutting them into long, elegant sticks or rounds.
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    Peel and cut carrots into uniform pieces. For best results, consider cutting them into long, elegant sticks or rounds.
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    Uniform pieces ensure even cooking.
  • 2

    Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add star anise, smashed garlic cloves, and thyme sprigs. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the prepared carrots, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften and get some color.
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    Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add star anise, smashed garlic cloves, and thyme sprigs. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the prepared carrots, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften and get some color.
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    Don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary for proper browning.
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  • 3

    Reduce heat to medium-low. Drizzle honey over the carrots, tossing gently to coat them evenly. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the honey to thicken and create a beautiful glaze.
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    Reduce heat to medium-low. Drizzle honey over the carrots, tossing gently to coat them evenly. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the honey to thicken and create a beautiful glaze.
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    Keep the heat low to prevent the honey from burning.
  • 4

    Carefully transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish. If desired, use a kitchen torch to lightly caramelize the surface of the carrots, adding a smoky depth of flavor. Serve immediately.
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    Carefully transfer the glazed carrots to a serving dish. If desired, use a kitchen torch to lightly caramelize the surface of the carrots, adding a smoky depth of flavor. Serve immediately.
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    Be cautious when using a kitchen torch; keep it moving to avoid burning.
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