Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots Recipe
Delight in these sweet and savory Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots, roasted to perfection with a rich garlic butter and olive oil glaze. Carrots are caramelized in the oven, creating a tender yet slightly crisp side dish with a beautiful golden finish and a touch of fresh parsley for brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Western
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Carrots
- 1 kg / 2 lb carrots, peeled
Glaze and Seasoning
- 1/4 cup (40g) brown sugar, loosely packed
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp butter (30g), melted (or olive oil)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Garnish
- Parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) for a standard oven or 200°C (400°F) for a fan oven, ensuring it reaches the right temperature for roasting.
- Prepare the Carrots: Cut the peeled carrots on the diagonal into approximately 4 cm (1.75 inch) lengths. Halve any thicker pieces to maintain an even width so they cook uniformly.
- Make the Glaze: In a large bowl, toss the carrots with brown sugar, melted butter, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until all pieces are well coated with the mixture.
- Initial Roasting: Spread the coated carrots evenly on a baking tray in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes to begin softening and caramelizing.
- Toss and Continue Roasting: Remove the tray and toss the carrots to ensure even cooking and caramelization. Roast for an additional 10 minutes or until the carrots become tender and golden with a sticky glaze left in the tray.
- Glaze and Garnish: Toss the roasted carrots in the remaining glaze on the tray to coat them thoroughly. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley if desired, then serve warm as a sweet, flavorful side dish.
Notes
- Peeling carrots ensures a smooth texture and prevents bitterness from the skin.
- Using brown sugar adds a deep molasses flavor that enhances the natural sweetness of the carrots.
- Substitute melted butter with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
- Tossing the carrots midway through roasting promotes even caramelization and prevents burning.
- Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and a mild herbal note but is optional.
- For even cooking, try to cut carrots into similar sizes.
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