Cooked Carrots Recipe

cooked carrots recipe

Place your sliced carrots in a pan with water, then simmer them until they are just tender. Drain off the water, then add butter, brown sugar and salt to the pan. Cook the carrots for 4-5 minutes or until a glaze forms. Add the parsley if you’re using it, then serve immediately and enjoy.

Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots Recipe

cooked carrots recipe

Tender + Tasty Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are a perfect go-to side dish. Best of all, they only require 4 ingredients!!

Prep: 5min

Total: 20min

Serving Size: 1 g

Nutrition Facts: calories 73 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fat 6 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 4 mg, Fiber 0.01 g, Sugar 6 g, servingSize 1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Trans Fat 0.2 g, unSaturated Fat 1.2 g

Ingredients:

  • 1 (16-ounce) bag baby carrots
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instruction:

  1. Combine carrots, water, butter and brown sugar in a pan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
  2. Cover and reduce the heat to cook on low for approximately 6 minutes.
  3. Keeping covered, turn the heat back to high and cook, stirring occasionally, until all the water is evaporated and carrots are tender, another 5–6 minutes.
  4. Remove from the heat and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

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FAQ

Are carrots better baked or boiled?

Roasted carrots have the best texture, and the flavor is amazing. Roasting draws out the natural sweetness and you get a nice caramelized flavor. They’re so much better than boiled carrots!

What is the best way to eat carrots cooked?

Findings from a comparative study published in the European Journal of Nutrition (opens in new tab) found that cooked and pureed was the best way to eat carrots. This is because higher levels of beta-carotene were absorbed from meals including carrots cooked and pureed compared to meals served with raw carrots.

How does Gordon Ramsay cook carrots?

Cooking instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan, then add the carrots and parsnips and toss to coat in the oil. Add the thyme, cinnamon, star anise and some seasoning. Cook over a medium heat for 15-20 minutes, turning the vegetables frequently, until golden brown and almost cooked through.

What is the healthiest way to prepare carrots?

Another study showed both boiling and steaming increased levels of beta carotene. But try to cook carrots whole, as cutting can reduce nutrients by 25%. Wait and wash veggies just before cooking to preserve nutrients. In fact, cooking veggies whole is often the best choice to preserve nutrients.

How do you get the most flavor out of carrots?

High heat and good browning make carrots taste sweeter and more delicious. I like carrots. Raw, steamed, sautéed in butter—they’re all great. But carrots become their best selves when you roast them hard.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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