Honey Ginger Glazed Carrots (Printable Version)

Tender carrots glazed with honey, ginger, and lemon, finished with parsley and sesame for a bright, zesty touch.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces

→ Glaze

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 2 tablespoons honey
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (Optional)

08 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

# Preparation steps:

01 - Boil a large pot of salted water. Add carrots and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and reserve.
02 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté grated ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute.
03 - Incorporate honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper into the skillet. Simmer for another minute until the glaze slightly thickens.
04 - Add the blanched carrots to the skillet and toss to thoroughly coat with the glaze. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring gently, until carrots are glossy and heated through.
05 - Transfer glazed carrots to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and sesame seeds, if using. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes
  • Uses simple ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Adds vibrant color to any plate
  • Works with both fancy holiday meals and weeknight dinners
  • Naturally gluten free and easily adaptable
02 -
  • Perfect for meal prep and stays delicious for days
  • Contains beneficial antioxidants from both carrots and ginger
  • Quick enough for weeknights but impressive enough for holidays
  • Can be prepared partially ahead of time
03 -
  • For the most vibrant color blanch the carrots for just 3 minutes then immediately transfer to an ice bath before glazing. This method locks in the bright orange color while still allowing them to finish cooking in the glaze.
  • When selecting carrots look for those with the greens still attached as they tend to be fresher with better flavor. Remove the greens before storing to extend the carrots shelf life.
  • For special occasions try using rainbow carrots in purple yellow and red for a stunning presentation that tastes just as delicious.

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