Ingredients
Scale
- 500g fresh carrots, peeled and sliced
- 50g unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as thyme or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and peel the fresh carrots. Slice them into even rounds for uniform cooking.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced carrots and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft.
- Sprinkle sugar over the carrots, stirring well to coat, and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until the sugar caramelizes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer the carrots to a serving dish and garnish with fresh herbs before serving warm.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats and hearty grains like rice or quinoa.
- Baby carrots can be used for convenience.
- For a natural sweetener alternative, consider using honey or maple syrup.
- Prepare the dish a day in advance and reheat before serving for stress-free entertaining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg