Brazilian recipe
Honey Glazed Skillet Carrots
Honey glazed carrots are a classic and practical side dish, balancing the natural sweetness of honey with tangy lemon and the aromatic warmth 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 cold butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Mint and parsley leaves to taste 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 cold butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Mint and parsley leaves to taste for garnish
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients can be found in the fresh produce, pantry, and dairy aisles of your local grocery store or neighborhood farmers' market.
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 arrange 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
- Let the other side brown for another 3 minutes
- Combine the honey, allspice, lemon juice, and water in a separate small bowl
- Pour this mixture into the skillet
- Cover and cook for approximately 10 minutes
- Monitor until the carrots are tender yet firm and the liquid has reduced by half
- Turn off the heat and add the cold butter
- Shake the pan gently to melt the butter and create a glossy sauce
- Toss the carrots well to coat them in the sauce
- Finish with fresh mint and parsley leaves before serving
Observations
This recipe elevates humble carrots into a sophisticated side dish with minimal effort. The secret lies in the gentle braising process, which ensures the carrots are tender yet firm, finished with a butter emulsion that adds a beautiful gloss and rich flavor.
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