Brazilian recipe
Honey-Glazed Roasted Carrots
Honey-glazed roasted carrots are a classic and practical side dish, balancing the sweetness of honey with the freshness of lemon and the aromatic touch of allspice.
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Ingredients
3 carrots
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rangpur lime juice
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon cold butter
1.5 teaspoons olive oil
Fresh mint and parsley leaves to garnish
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rangpur lime juice
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon cold butter
1.5 teaspoons olive oil
Fresh mint and parsley leaves to garnish
Where to find ingredients
Carrots, honey, lemon, olive oil, butter, allspice, salt, pepper, mint, and parsley can typically be found at your local grocery store or market.
Preparation method
- Peel the carrots and cut them in half lengthwise
- Cut each resulting half in half widthwise, diagonally
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over low heat
- Add the olive oil and place the carrots cut-side down
- Season with salt and let them brown for 7 minutes without moving
- Turn the carrots with 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 bowl
- Pour this mixture into the skillet
- Cover and cook for approximately 10 minutes
- Observe until the carrots are cooked but firm and the liquid has reduced by half
- Turn off the heat and add the butter
- Gently swirl the skillet so the butter melts and forms a glossy sauce
- Toss the carrots well in the sauce
- Garnish with mint and parsley leaves before serving
Observations
This recipe transforms carrots into a sophisticated dish in a simple way. The secret lies in slow cooking with the sauce, which ensures a tender yet firm texture, finished with a butter emulsion that brings shine and intense flavor.
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