Honey Roasted Carrots
Whole carrots roasted in oil and finished with a glaze of honey and thyme. Four servings in 45 minutes.
Photograph credit: And of course, roasted honey carrots with thyme by whatleydude · CC BY 2.0 · Flickr
The Method for Honey Roasted Carrots
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Heat the oven to 210°C / 410°F (190°C / 375°F fan) with a large tray inside.
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Toss the carrots with the oil, salt and thyme. Tip onto the hot tray and roast for 30 minutes, turning once.
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Drizzle with the honey, toss and roast for 8 minutes more until glossy and caramelised.
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Season with the pepper and serve.
Things to Watch For
- Add the honey late so it does not burn.
- Cut thick carrots in half lengthways so they cook evenly.
- Use two trays if the carrots would touch.
Swaps and Variations
- Fresh herbs work in place of the dried thyme at roughly three times the quantity — a teaspoon of dried is about a tablespoon of fresh, chopped.
Good to Know About Honey Roasted Carrots
Honey burns, so it goes on late. Carrots roasted plain for 30 minutes get tender and begin to brown; the honey added for the last 10 minutes turns to a glaze without scorching.
If the carrots are thin, leave them whole. Thick ones are halved lengthways, so they are about the same width and cook together.
A hot tray makes the difference. The sizzle when the carrots hit it starts the browning at once. Do not crowd them, since carrots packed together give off steam and turn limp.
Toss them in the honey with the pan juices once they come out. The residual heat softens the honey and it coats the carrots evenly. A little thyme and salt are all that is needed. A bag of carrots costs little and keeps for weeks, so this is a side dish that rarely needs special shopping. A pinch of cumin or a few sprigs of fresh thyme in the tray gives the glaze a more complex flavour.
What to Serve It With
Roast chicken · Roast pork · Mashed potato · Peas
Leftovers
Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on a tray at 200°C for 10 minutes.
Common Questions
How long does Honey Roasted Carrots take to make?
About 45 minutes in total — 10 minutes of preparation and 35 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 4.
What are the key tips for making Honey Roasted Carrots?
Add the honey late so it does not burn. Cut thick carrots in half lengthways so they cook evenly. Use two trays if the carrots would touch.
What should I serve with Honey Roasted Carrots?
Roast chicken; Roast pork; Mashed potato; Peas.
How should Honey Roasted Carrots be stored?
Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on a tray at 200°C for 10 minutes.
Is Honey Roasted Carrots suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Honey Roasted Carrots?
About 219 kcal per serving, with 2 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate and 11 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Honey Roasted Carrots Nutrition Facts
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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