Brazilian recipe
Honey-Glazed Seared Carrots
These honey-glazed seared carrots are a classic and practical side dish, balancing the natural sweetness of honey with the bright zest of lemon and a fragrant hint of allspice.
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Ingredients
3 carrots
1.5 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon chilled butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh mint and parsley leaves for garnish
1.5 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon chilled butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh mint and parsley leaves for garnish
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients can be found in the produce and baking aisles of most well-stocked supermarkets, health food stores, or local farmers' markets.
Preparation method
- Peel the carrots and cut them in half lengthwise
- Cut each piece in half crosswise on a diagonal
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over low heat
- Add the olive oil and place the carrots in the pan with the cut side facing down
- Season with salt and let them sear for 7 minutes without moving them
- Flip the carrots using tongs
- Season again with salt and black pepper
- Let the other side sear for another 3 minutes
- Combine the honey, allspice, lemon juice, and water in a separate bowl
- Pour this mixture into the skillet
- Cover and cook for approximately 10 minutes
- Check until the carrots are tender but still firm and the liquid has reduced by half
- Turn off the heat and add the butter
- Shake the pan gently so the butter melts and forms a shiny sauce
- Coat the carrots well in the sauce
- Finish with fresh mint and parsley leaves before serving
Observations
This recipe transforms humble carrots into a sophisticated dish with ease. The secret lies in a slow-simmering process with the glaze, which ensures a texture that is tender yet firm, finished with a cold butter emulsion that provides a beautiful gloss and intense flavor.
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