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brown sugar glazed carrots.

Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots

Ajoke
Brown sugar glazed carrots are a perfect side to any dish. Tender baby carrots cooked in a mixture of butter and brown sugar on the stove top. It is quick and very easy to make and comes together in 10 minutes. Let me show you how to make the best brown sugar glazed carrots you can serve at your next gathering.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, British
Servings 6
Calories 140 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 kg carrots
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter use unsalted butter if you would be steaming the carrots with some salt
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 100 ml water
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil optional
  • Black pepper and salt to taste
  • Fresh thyme to garnish. Substitute with chopped parsely

Instructions
 

  • Clean the carrots and peel them. If using large carrots, cut them into equal size slices so they cook evenly.
  • Add sliced carrots to a sturdy pan or skillet, add water and simmer for about 5 minutes until tender. Drain excess water. Add brown sugar and butter and olive oil (if using) then continue to cook for another 5 minutes over medium heat stirring continuously until the sauce comes together and slightly thick.
  • Take it off the heat, sprinkle with some fresh thyme or parsley or black pepper and serve warm.

Notes

Note: cut the carrots into equal sizes so it cooks evenly. If using baby carrots, cut the bigger one into halves so it cooks the same time as the small ones.
  • Use maple syrup or honey instead of brown sugar.
  • Add a splash of bourbon to this recipe for more traditional taste.
  • Use dairy free butter if you have allergy to dairy or will be feeding a crowd and you are not sure of their dietary need. Better safe than sorry
How To Store It
Left over glazed carrots can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days
Can I Make It Ahead
Yes, if you want you can peel and slice the carrot a day before. Because this recipe only takes about 10 minutes to make, I would recommend you make it on the day. If you made it  ahead, store in the fridge and reheat in the oven, stove top or microwave.

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 167mgPotassium: 533mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 28018IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

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