5 from 102 votes
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are tender carrot slices simmered in butter, light brown sugar, and fresh orange juice and zest, creating a sweet and slightly citrusy glaze. The carrots cook until they are tender but still have a bit of crispness, balanced by a glossy sauce with a hint of salt and pepper. The dish is finished with minced parsley, offering a fresh contrast to the rich glaze. This side dish works well alongside roasted meats or as part of a holiday meal where a touch of sweetness complements savory flavors.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings:
8
Calories:
104 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 4 cups carrot peeled and sliced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons light brown sugar
- ½ cup water
- ½ orange , juiced
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon flat leaf parsley minced
Instructions
- Bring the carrots, butter, brown sugar, water, and orange juice, to a boil in a heavy large skillet. Reduce the heat to medium, cover, and simmer until the carrots are still crisp but becoming tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Uncover, stir in the orange zest, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the carrots are fork-tender and the juices have reduced to a glossy glaze, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle with the parsley, taste for seasoning, and serve.
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Notes
- You can substitute sliced carrots with 4 cups of baby carrots, adjusting cooking time as needed.
- For oven cooking, use a baking dish with ⅓ cup water and bake at 350°F for 1 to 1½ hours, shortening time if carrots are parboiled.
- Microwaving is an option: place carrots with 2 tablespoons water, cover and cook on high for 8-10 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Sprinkle fresh orange zest and parsley just before serving to preserve their flavors.
Nutrition Information
Calories
104kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
15mg
(5%)
Sodium
242mg
(10%)
Potassium
228mg
(5%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
10885IU
(218%)
Vitamin C
9mg
(10%)
Calcium
31mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 104
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 104kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 242mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 228mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 10885IU | 218% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.