Description
This Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots recipe features tender carrots simmered and coated in a sweet, buttery glaze made from brown sugar, butter, and a hint of salt. Perfect as a simple, comforting side dish, it’s quick to prepare and wonderfully flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 2 lbs Carrots, washed and peeled
Glaze
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- ¼ cup Butter
- ½ tsp Salt
Other
- 1 ½ cup Water
Instructions
- Slice the carrots: Cut the peeled carrots into ½-inch thick slices to ensure even cooking and quick tenderness.
- Simmer the carrots: Place the sliced carrots in a large skillet, add 1 ½ cups of water, cover, and simmer over medium-high heat until the carrots become tender, which should take about 8-10 minutes.
- Drain excess water: Remove the lid and carefully drain any remaining water from the skillet to prevent sogginess while glazing.
- Add the glaze ingredients: Stir in the brown sugar, butter, and salt into the skillet with the carrots, mixing well to coat them evenly.
- Thicken the glaze: Continue cooking the carrots over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the brown sugar and butter form a thick, glossy sauce coating each carrot slice.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the brown sugar glazed carrots warm as a delicious side dish to complement any meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of orange juice to the glaze.
- Adjust sweetness by reducing or increasing the brown sugar according to taste.
- Use fresh, firm carrots for the best texture and flavor.
- You can garnish with fresh parsley or thyme for a pop of color and herbaceous aroma.
- If preferred, baby carrots can be used and glazed whole instead of slicing.
