Honey Soy Roasted Carrots (Print Version)

Tender baby carrots dressed in a sweet soy glaze, oven-roasted until caramelized and flavorful.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb baby carrots, peeled and trimmed

→ Glaze

02 - 2 tbsp honey
03 - 2 tbsp soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
04 - 1 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1 tsp sesame oil
06 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
07 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

08 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
09 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, olive oil, sesame oil, garlic, and black pepper.
03 - Add baby carrots to the bowl and toss until thoroughly coated with the glaze.
04 - Spread the carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle any leftover glaze over them, and roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once halfway, until tender and caramelized.
05 - Transfer carrots to a serving dish, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped herbs if desired, and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The glaze caramelizes into a glossy coating that makes plain carrots taste like candy with a savory edge.
  • Everything happens on one pan, and cleanup takes about thirty seconds if you use parchment paper.
  • They look impressive enough for company but easy enough to make on autopilot after a long day.
02 -
  • Do not crowd the pan or the carrots will steam and stay pale instead of getting that caramelized edge you want.
  • Turn them at the halfway mark or one side will burn while the other stays soft and boring.
  • If your honey is thick and cold, warm it for ten seconds in the microwave so it mixes smoothly with the other liquids.
03 -
  • Use parchment paper instead of foil because the glaze sticks less and you can slide the whole sheet of carrots right onto a platter without scraping.
  • Taste the glaze before you toss the carrots in it, and if it is too salty, add a little more honey to balance it out.
  • If you want them extra caramelized, turn the oven to broil for the last two minutes but watch them closely so they don't burn.
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