Glazed Carrots
Glazed Carrots It is an elegant and very delicious side dish, completely plant-based or 100% plant-based! Carrots cooked slowly until perfectly tender, coated in a glossy layer of sweet and savory sauce made from coconut sugar and vegetable butter. With no animal products whatsoever, the natural sweetness of carrots is further enhanced, combined with a balanced touch of savory and a hint of spice. Its texture is soft but not crumbly, its appearance is appetizing, making it the perfect accompaniment to a variety of main dishes and special meals!
Shared by Anastasya
Time
25 min
Serves
3
Difficulty
easy
🛒 Ingredients
- 300 grams of carrots, either whole small carrots or cut diagonally lengthwise. (As the main ingredient)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable butter/olive oil (as the main ingredient)
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar/granulated sugar (as the main ingredient)
- 3 to 4 tablespoons of water/vegetable stock (as the main ingredient)
- A pinch of salt and black pepper
- A little lemon juice (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for sprinkling
👩🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the carrots: cut them into uniform pieces so they cook evenly. Then wash them thoroughly.
- 2
Cook: Add the carrots, water, vegetable shortening, and sugar to a skillet. Cook over medium heat, covered, until the carrots are half-tender.
- 3
Caramelization: Remove the lid, reduce the heat, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces to a thick, glossy layer that coats the entire surface of the carrots.
- 4
Seasoning: add salt, pepper, and a little lemon juice to balance the flavors.
- 5
Serve: sprinkle with parsley, enjoy while warm!