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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If you're looking for a delicious and healthy side dish to complement your meals, these Spiced Glazed Carrots with Sherry & Citrus will certainly hit the spot! The natural sweetness of the carrots is enhanced by the aromatic blend of spices and the vibrant notes of citrus, making this dish a perfect balance of flavors. A touch of Sherry or sweet vermouth adds a rich depth to the glaze, while the fresh tarragon and clementine zest bring an herbaceous and zesty finish that will have your guests asking for seconds. Plus, it's a gluten-free and vegetarian option that works beautifully with a wide variety of main dishes, from roasted meats to hearty salads.

The preparation is simple yet rewarding, and it only takes about 45 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're preparing it for a special occasion or a cozy weeknight dinner, these Spiced Glazed Carrots will elevate your meal with minimal effort. Serve them as a standout side that will not only impress your guests but also offer a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional vegetable dishes. With just a few pantry staples and a bit of patience, you can create a dish that looks and tastes gourmet without the fuss. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this recipe serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, family dinners, or festive occasions.

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