Description
Tender carrots glazed with nutty brown butter and rich maple syrup, perfect for cozy fall side dishes. This easy recipe delivers a sweet and savory flavor that’s a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) fresh carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or rounds
- 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon juice
- Optional: pinch of chili flakes
Instructions
- Peel and cut 1 pound (450g) of carrots into evenly sized sticks or rounds, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons (56g) of unsalted butter. Stir frequently as it foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning.
- Return skillet to medium heat and add the carrots to the browned butter. Toss well to coat.
- Drizzle 3 tablespoons (45ml) of pure maple syrup over the carrots. Stir to combine and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes until carrots are tender but still slightly firm.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, a pinch of sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss gently to mix.
- Optionally add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a pinch of chili flakes. Cook for another minute, then remove from heat.
- Serve warm immediately.
Notes
Use a light-colored pan to easily monitor the butter browning stage. Add a splash of water or broth if carrots start sticking or glaze thickens too much. Fresh thyme is preferred but dried thyme can be used at half the amount. For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan butter or coconut oil. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of liquid.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 3.5
- Protein: 1
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