Glazed Carrots
Serves 6
These brown sugar or honey glazed carrots are a delicious side dish! Easy to make on the stovetop, they're perfect for holidays and weeknights alike.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots, trimmed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or extra-virgin olive oil
- ¾ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
- ¼ cup brown sugar or honey
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Use a sharp knife to diagonally cut the carrots crosswise into 2-inch chunks. If any of the pieces are very thick, cut them in half lengthwise so that all the pieces are a similar thickness.
- Melt the butter or heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the carrots, ½ teaspoon of the salt, and several grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the carrots soften slightly.
- Add the water to the pan and cook for another 2 minutes, or until the water reduces slightly. Add the brown sugar and continue to cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the carrots have softened to your liking and the sugar creates a syrupy glaze.
- Remove from the heat, add the garlic and the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt, and toss to incorporate. Add the lemon juice, toss again, and season to taste with more lemon, salt, and pepper as desired.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.