Carrots in Orange Basil Butter
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly aromatic, Carrots in Orange Basil Butter is a stunning side dish that transforms humble carrots into a gourmet delight. Tender carrot sticks or rounds are blanched to perfection, locking in their vibrant color and natural sweetness, then swirled in a luscious orange basil butter sauce. Freshly squeezed orange juice and zest lend a citrusy twist, while aromatic basil adds a burst of herbaceous freshness. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is the perfect complement to roasted meats, seafood, or vegetarian mains. With its eye-catching presentation and delightful flavor combination, this dish is sure to elevate any meal.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Carrots
- 50 grams Unsalted butter
- 60 milliliters Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 6 large leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 500 milliliters Water
- 10 pieces Ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
Peel the carrots and trim both ends. Cut the carrots into even-sized pieces, either sticks or rounds, roughly 5 cm (2 inches) long for sticks or 0.5 cm (1/4 inch) thick for rounds.
Step 2
Bring 500 milliliters of water to a rolling boil in a medium-sized saucepan. Add the carrots and cook until just tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
While the carrots are boiling, fill a large bowl with cold water and add the ice cubes to make an ice bath.
Step 4
Once the carrots are tender, immediately transfer them to the ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve their bright color. Drain and set aside.
Step 5
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it begins to foam slightly. Add the fresh orange juice and orange zest, stirring to combine.
Step 6
Roughly chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the butter mixture. Stir for 1-2 minutes to let the basil flavor infuse into the sauce.
Step 7
Add the cooked and drained carrots to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the carrots evenly with the orange basil butter.
Step 8
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the carrots are heated through and the butter mixture clings to the surface.
Step 9
Transfer the carrots to a serving dish. Garnish with a few whole basil leaves or additional orange zest, if desired.
Step 10
Serve warm as a flavorful side dish for roasted meats, fish, or vegetarian mains.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1428.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 603.5 |
| Total Fat 44.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 110.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1547.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 55.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.7g | |
| Protein 5.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 222.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1750.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories