Glazed Carrots (Printable)
Glazed carrots simmered in butter and brown sugar until glossy and tender—quick elegant side in 30 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
→ Glaze
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
04 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
06 - 1/4 cup water
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
# How To Make It:
01 - Place sliced carrots in a large skillet. Add water, unsalted butter, and brown sugar.
02 - Bring mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until butter and sugar are fully dissolved.
03 - Cover skillet and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until carrots are nearly tender.
04 - Remove lid and cook for an additional 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the water evaporates and carrots are coated in a glossy glaze.
05 - Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Toss to coat. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- No one will guess how little effort it actually takes to achieve such a shiny, irresistible side dish.
- It became my go-to because it marries perfectly with both weeknight meals and holiday feasts.
02 -
- Once, I walked away for just a minute too long and ended up caramelizing instead of glazing—watch the pan, it goes quick at the end!
- Finishing with the lid off is what creates the magic: shiny, perfectly coated carrots instead of watery ones.
03 -
- Let the carrots dry a bit after peeling—they'll caramelize better with less surface moisture.
- Finishing with a tiny pinch of nutmeg makes the flavor pop, but use a light hand.