What is hot honey made of?

Hot honey is a combination of honey flavored with chile peppers. In this recipe, we use crushed red pepper flakes - an ingredient found in most home kitchens.

What is the best way to cook carrots until soft and tender?

A great way to cook carrots is braising. It starts by sauteeing the carrots, then adding liquid and allowing them to continue to cook until tender and a glaze has formed. It takes only one pan and the carrots cook faster than roasting and are more flavorful than steaming or boiling.

Can you soak carrots in sugar water to make them sweet?

Soaking carrots in sugar water will not do much to make them sweet. Instead, cook them with honey or maple syrup. You can also roast them, which will help to bring out more of the natural sweetness in the carrots.

Quick and Tasty Hot Honey Carrots Recipe

Description

If you're tired of bland vegetable side dishes, it's time to spice things up with hot honey carrots. These fresh veggies pack a punch of sweetness and spice that will impress dinner guests or liven up your weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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1 lb carrots
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 cup honey
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable broth
1/2 tsp kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the carrots. Peel or clean the carrots, then cut each in half, then each half into thin pieces about three inches in size.
Make the hot honey. In a small saucepan, combine the honey and red pepper flakes. Heat gently over low heat for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse. Stir in the apple cider vinegar. Set aside.
Cook the carrots: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the carrots in a single and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they brown slightly.
Braise the Carrots: Pour in the hot honey and broth. Stir to coat the carrots evenly. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for about 5 minutes. Uncover and cook for another 5-6 minutes to let the sauce glaze the carrots further. If at this point the carrots are cooked to your liking but the liquid hasn't reduced, transfer the carrots to your serving dish and continue simmering the liquid until the consistency of glaze. Then pour the glaze over the carrots.
Season and Serve: taste the carrots and add salt, if needed, as well as a few grinds of freshly cracked black pepper. Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves, and serve warm.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Side Dishes
Method: Braising
Cuisine: American