These candied carrots are a kid-approved, delectable vegetable side dish that can be enjoyed on any occasion! Tender carrots are coated in a sweet brown sugar glaze that is truly irresistible! They are buttery, delicious, and can easily complement your favorite chicken, pork, fish, or beef recipes!
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Instructions
Add the sliced carrots to a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let the carrots cook until tender, about 20-30 minutes. *Alternatively, you can steam the carrots for 10 minutes in a steamer basket on the stovetop or in the microwave. Drain the water and return the carrots to the pot.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the brown sugar, butter, salt, pepper, and optional cinnamon.
Cook, stirring frequently until the sugar is bubbling and hot (about 3-5 minutes). *If desired, you can increase the heat to medium-low and allow the sauce to caramelize and thicken. Just make sure you stir frequently to prevent burning. Then, serve immediately.
Notes
Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a sweet and spicy combination!
You can cook your carrots by either boiling them or steaming them in a steamer basket or in the microwave for 10 minutes.
You can slightly increase the heat to medium-low if you'd like to help the sauce caramelize and thicken. Just make sure you stir the carrots frequently to prevent burning!
The caramelized sauce will thicken upon standing if you give the carrots a few minutes to set up before serving.
To store: All leftovers should be cooled completely and then stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
To reheat: Either reheat small portions in the microwave or large portions in a saucepan on the stovetop over medium heat.