Brazilian recipe
Honey Glazed Skillet Carrots
Honey glazed carrots are a classic and convenient side dish, balancing the sweetness of honey with zesty lime and an aromatic hint of allspice.
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Ingredients
3 carrots
1.5 tsp olive oil
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp lime juice
1/2 cup water
1/4 tsp allspice
1 tbsp cold butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh mint leaves and parsley to taste for garnish
1.5 tsp olive oil
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp lime juice
1/2 cup water
1/4 tsp allspice
1 tbsp cold butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh mint leaves and parsley to taste for garnish
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh carrots, honey, citrus, and herbs in the produce section of any local supermarket or farmers' market. Spices like allspice and high-quality olive oil are available in the pantry aisle of most grocery stores.
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 brown for 7 minutes without moving them
- Turn the carrots over using tongs
- Season again with salt and black pepper
- Brown the other side for another 3 minutes
- Combine the honey, allspice, lime juice, and water in a separate bowl
- Pour this mixture into the skillet
- Cover and cook for approximately 10 minutes
- Watch until the carrots are tender yet firm and the liquid has reduced by half
- Turn off the heat and add the cold butter
- Swirl the pan gently so the butter melts and creates a glossy sauce
- Coat the carrots thoroughly in the sauce
- Finish with mint leaves and parsley before serving
Observations
This recipe transforms carrots into a sophisticated dish with ease. The secret lies in the slow cooking process with the glaze, which ensures a tender yet firm texture, finished with a butter emulsion for a glossy, flavorful coating.
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