Carrots Glazed With Balsamic Vinegar and Butter
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🥕 Servings: 10
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 1/2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced
- 5-6 tablespoons sugar
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Before you start, peel the carrots and slice them into rounds, ensuring they’re of uniform thickness for even cooking. Also, chop the fresh parsley or cilantro finely to sprinkle over the glazed carrots later.
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Melt Butter:
- Place a heavy large pot over medium heat and add the half cup of butter. Allow it to melt, ensuring it coats the bottom of the pot evenly.
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Sauté Carrots:
- Once the butter has melted, add the sliced carrots to the pot. Sauté them for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
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Cover and Cook:
- Cover the pot and let the carrots cook for around 7 minutes. This helps in steaming them slightly and reaching a crisp-tender texture.
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Add Sugar and Vinegar:
- After the initial cooking, uncover the pot and stir in the sugar and balsamic vinegar. These ingredients will create the luscious glaze for the carrots.
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Continue Cooking:
- Cook the carrots uncovered, stirring frequently to coat them evenly with the glaze. This process takes about 12 minutes longer, during which the carrots will become tender and acquire a beautiful glazed appearance.
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Seasoning:
- Once the carrots are tender and glazed to perfection, season them with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Adjust the seasoning as needed to enhance the flavors.
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Finishing Touch:
- Finally, add the chopped fresh parsley or cilantro to the pot and toss everything together gently. The herbs will add a burst of freshness and color to the dish, complementing the sweet and tangy glaze.
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Serve:
- Transfer the glazed carrots to a serving bowl and serve them hot as a delightful side dish that’s bursting with flavor and vibrant colors.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 169.3
- Fat Content: 9.4g
- Saturated Fat: 5.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 24.4mg
- Sodium Content: 207.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 20.9g
- Fiber: 4.7g
- Sugar: 15.1g
- Protein Content: 1.2g
These Carrots Glazed With Balsamic Vinegar and Butter are not only a flavorful addition to your meal, but they’re also versatile and suitable for various occasions, from family dinners to festive gatherings. Enjoy the sweet and tangy goodness of these glazed carrots that are sure to please everyone at the table!
