Glazed Baby Carrots with Currants
Transform your side dish game with these Glazed Baby Carrots with Currants, a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors that’s perfect for any occasion. Tender baby carrots are simmered in a luscious glaze of honey, fresh orange juice, and warm cinnamon, with a pop of brightness from orange zest and the subtle sweetness of dried currants. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, is elevated further with a hint of black pepper for balance and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish. Whether you're hosting a holiday feast or sprucing up a weeknight dinner, these glazed carrots make an irresistible addition to any table, pairing beautifully with roasted meats, poultry, or vegetarian mains.
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Ingredients
- 500 g baby carrots
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp zest of an orange
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup dried currants
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and peel the baby carrots, trimming the tops if necessary.
Step 2
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the honey, orange juice, orange zest, and ground cinnamon to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Step 4
Add the baby carrots to the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly in the glaze mixture.
Step 5
Season with salt and black pepper, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid.
Step 6
Simmer the carrots for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly firm.
Step 7
Stir in the dried currants and cook for another 2-3 minutes, uncovered, until the glaze thickens and coats the carrots.
Step 8
Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Step 9
Serve warm as a side dish to complement roasted meats, poultry, or vegetarian main courses.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (691.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 942.3 |
| Total Fat 50.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g | |
| Cholesterol 103mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2174.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 130.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 98.0g | |
| Protein 7.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 254.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2169.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories