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Flavorful Honey Glazed Carrots Recipe with Fresh Thyme

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An easy and perfect side dish featuring carrots glazed with honey and fresh thyme, delivering a sweet and herbaceous flavor that’s quick to prepare and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch sticks or rounds
  • 2 tablespoons honey (raw or regular)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Peel and cut 1 pound (450 g) of carrots into even 2-inch sticks or rounds.
  2. Place a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon softened unsalted butter. Let the butter melt completely, swirling the pan to coat evenly.
  3. Add the carrots to the pan in a single layer if possible. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes until tender but still slightly firm and lightly browned on the edges. Add a splash of water if the pan gets dry.
  4. Lower the heat to medium-low and drizzle 2 tablespoons of honey over the carrots. Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of fresh thyme leaves evenly and stir gently to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the honey bubbles and thickens, glazing the carrots.
  5. Season with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Add ½ teaspoon lemon zest if using, and stir carefully to combine.
  6. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes to let the glaze thicken and the aroma intensify. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Transfer the carrots to a serving dish and garnish with extra thyme sprigs if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming the carrots instead of caramelizing. Cook in batches if needed. Control heat carefully to prevent honey from burning. Soften butter before adding for even melting. Stir gently when coating carrots with honey and thyme to avoid breaking them. Carrots can be peeled ahead and stored in water in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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