Spiced Glazed Carrots with Sherry & Citrus

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Spiced Glazed Carrots with Sherry & Citrus
45 min.
10
63kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and flavorful side dish that will elevate your meal? Look no further than our Spiced Glazed Carrots with Sherry & Citrus! This delightful recipe combines the natural sweetness of tender carrots with a zesty glaze that features the bright notes of clementine and the rich depth of Sherry. Perfect for any occasion, these carrots are not only vegetarian and gluten-free but also a feast for the eyes and the palate.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a dish that serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or dinner parties. The combination of fresh tarragon, aromatic spices, and a hint of citrus creates a harmonious balance that complements a variety of main courses. Plus, with only 63 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The vibrant colors and enticing aromas will have everyone at the table eager to dig in. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your guests with these beautifully glazed carrots that are sure to become a new favorite!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaves 
  • 12  peppercorns whole black
  • pounds carrots cut into 1" pieces ( 4 cups) thin
  • tablespoon tarragon fresh
  • pinches ground cloves 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for seasoning
  • tablespoon clementine juice fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon orange zest freshly grated
  • tablespoons cooking sherry sweet divided
  • tablespoons butter unsalted ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Bring carrots, butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, peppercorns,bay leaf, and 1/2 cup water to a boil ina medium saucepan over medium heat.Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook,stirring occasionally, until just tender, 7–8minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfercarrots to a medium bowl.
  2. Add clementine juice, 1 tablespoon Sherry,and ground cloves to skillet and cook untilglaze forms, 7-8 minutes. Stir in carrotsand remaining 1 tablespoon Sherry. Seasoncarrots to taste with salt. DO AHEAD: Can bemade 4 hours ahead.
  3. Let stand at roomtemperature. Rewarm over medium heatbefore continuing, adding water byteaspoonfuls if dry.
  4. Transfer to a serving plate.
  5. Garnish withtarragon and clementine zest.

Nutrition Facts

Calories63kcal
Protein6.5%
Fat35.41%
Carbs58.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.38
Glycemic Load
3.12
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
9.006086975984%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Hesperetin
0.26mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.22mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:63.36kcal
3.17%
Fat:2.57g
3.96%
Saturated Fat:1.49g
9.32%
Carbohydrates:9.5g
3.17%
Net Carbohydrates:6.8g
2.47%
Sugar:4.48g
4.98%
Cholesterol:6.02mg
2.01%
Sodium:180.36mg
7.84%
Alcohol:0.31g
100%
Alcohol %:0.39%
100%
Protein:1.06g
2.12%
Vitamin A:15260.35IU
305.21%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.32%
Vitamin K:12.66µg
12.06%
Fiber:2.7g
10.8%
Potassium:320.69mg
9.16%
Vitamin C:6.21mg
7.53%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.28%
Folate:19.45µg
4.86%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.83%
Vitamin E:0.68mg
4.56%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.22%
Calcium:41.15mg
4.11%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.79%
Magnesium:14.54mg
3.63%
Phosphorus:35.78mg
3.58%
Iron:0.55mg
3.06%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.57%
Copper:0.05mg
2.45%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.72%
Source:Epicurious