Sweet Sour Carrots

Bring a vibrant twist to your dinner table with Sweet Sour Carrots, a delightful side dish that perfectly balances tangy and sweet flavors. Tender carrot slices are simmered to perfection before being enveloped in a luscious sauce made from butter, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar, thickened to a silky glaze with a cornstarch slurry. The hint of black pepper adds a subtle warmth, while the glossy glaze turns ordinary carrots into a crave-worthy accompaniment. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or holiday feasts, pairing wonderfully with roasted meats or grilled dishes. Perfect your vegetable side game with this irresistible combination of flavors and textures!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams carrots
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and slice the carrots into thin, even rounds, approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, add the sliced carrots and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook the carrots for 6-8 minutes, or until they are tender but still slightly firm. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Stir in the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry.

Step 6

Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Let the sauce cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 7

Add the cooked carrots back to the saucepan and gently stir to coat them with the sweet and sour sauce.

Step 8

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure the carrots are heated through and nicely glazed.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(860.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	533.8

Total Fat 24.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 1689.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 50.2g
Protein 5.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 213.6mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 1671.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.8%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 56.6%