Brown Butter Garlic Honey Roasted Carrots
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4.6
Brown Butter Garlic Honey Roasted Carrots
Description
Brown Butter Garlic Honey Roasted Carrots feature baby carrots cooked in an oven-safe skillet first with butter browned to a golden color, which imparts a nutty fragrance. Fresh minced garlic is briefly sautéed in this brown butter before the carrots are added. Seasonings include salt, ground black pepper, honey, and thyme or parsley, which complement the carrots' natural sweetness. Roasting the carrots at 425°F (218°C) softens them while allowing the flavors to meld.
The texture of the carrots is tender yet not mushy, with a caramelized glaze from the brown butter and honey mixture. The garlic adds aromatic depth without overpowering, and the fresh herb offers a subtle earthy note. This method enhances the ordinary roasted carrot with rich and subtly sweet nuances.
These roasted carrots can be served as a side to a wide variety of mains, pairing well with roasted meats, poultry, or grilled dishes. They add both flavor and color to the plate and elevate simple carrots to a more nuanced vegetable side.
If following the original instructions, use an oven-safe skillet for stovetop-to-oven cooking. Watch the butter closely to achieve the right browned phase without burning, and roast until carrots are tender but hold shape. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lb. (500g) carrot baby
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 dashes black pepper ground
- 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon thyme or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Heat an oven-safe skillet and cook the butter on medium heat until it starts to foam and turn golden brown. Add the garlic and quickly sauté before adding the carrots.
- Stir a few times, then add the salt, black pepper, honey, and thyme or parsley.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes or until the carrots become tender. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet to cook the butter, garlic, and carrots from stovetop to oven.
- Carefully brown the butter until golden but not burnt to achieve a rich, nutty flavor.
- Roast the carrots until tender but still hold their shape, approximately 15 to 20 minutes at 425°F (218°C).
- Serve immediately after roasting to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 3people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3people | |
| Calories | 206kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 40mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 315mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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