Recipe: Buttered Ginger Carrots 🥕
Description: These Buttered Ginger Carrots are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, with a hint of ginger adding a refreshing twist. Perfect for a quick European-inspired side dish, they come together in just under 20 minutes on the stovetop.
Ingredients:
- 1 large carrot
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon of butter
- 1/2 cup of water
- Fresh ginger, peeled and cut into matchstick slices
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 74.1
- Fat: 3.1g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 7.6mg
- Sodium: 390.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 11.4g
- Fiber: 3.2g
- Sugar: 5.7g
- Protein: 1.1g
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Start by peeling the fresh ginger and cutting it into thin matchstick slices. Set aside.
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Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, add the peeled and sliced carrot, a pinch of salt, half a teaspoon of sugar, half a tablespoon of butter, and half a cup of water.
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Boil: Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the mixture to a rapid boil. Allow it to boil for a minute or two until the flavors meld together.
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Simmer: Reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer. Let the carrots simmer in the flavorful liquid for about ten minutes, or until they are tender yet still slightly crisp.
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Drain and Serve: Once the carrots are cooked to your desired tenderness, carefully drain any excess liquid from the saucepan. Transfer the buttered ginger carrots to a serving dish.
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Finish with Butter: Before serving, top the carrots with a small knob of butter for an extra touch of richness and flavor.
Enjoy! These Buttered Ginger Carrots make a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal. Serve them alongside your favorite main dishes for a delightful burst of color and flavor.
