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 citrus glaze, creating a dish that is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor.

Perfect for any occasion, these carrots are a fantastic addition to your dinner table, whether you're hosting a holiday feast or simply enjoying a weeknight meal. The combination of fresh tarragon, aromatic spices, and a splash of Sherry adds depth and sophistication, making these carrots a standout side that will impress your guests.

Not only is this dish vegetarian and gluten-free, but it also comes together in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy cooks. With only 63 calories per serving, you can indulge in this delicious side without any guilt. The vibrant colors and enticing aromas will have everyone reaching for seconds!

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that is as delightful to eat as it is to prepare. Your taste buds will thank you for this exquisite blend of spices and citrus that transforms humble carrots into a gourmet experience!

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