The Best Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots Easy Recipe
If you’re looking for a simple side dish that pairs beautifully with any meal, this brown sugar glazed carrots recipe is a must-try. It’s probably my husband’s favorite ways to enjoy carrots.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 259kcal
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Kitchen Essentials
Cast Iron
skillet
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Ingredients
- 2 Pounds Carrots peeled and cut into thick slices (or use baby carrots)
- 3 Tablespoons Butter
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar light brown sugar or dark brown sugar
- 1/4 Cup Orange Juice or maple syrup for extra sweetness
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/4 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
Instructions
- Place carrots in a large skillet over medium-high heat with a little water. I add only about a cup. Steaming the carrots will get them cooked quickly without having to pour out any extra water. The liquid will cook out quickly. Bring to a boil and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender.2 Pounds Carrots
- In the same large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add olive oil, brown sugar, orange juice, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir to combine.3 Tablespoons Butter, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar, 1/4 Cup Orange Juice, 1/2 Teaspoon Salt, 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper, 1/4 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Toss the tender carrots in the glaze ingredients. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until a beautiful glaze forms and the carrots caramelize.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Nutrition
Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 519mg | Potassium: 782mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 38183IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 1mg