Gluten Free Classic Honey Glazed Carrots
Sweet, buttery, and finished with a glossy caramel-edged glaze, these honey-glazed carrots are the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show at any dinner table. Everything comes together in a single skillet, which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. The technique is simple but smart — the carrots simmer in a mix of butter, honey, and water until just tender, then the heat gets cranked up to reduce the liquid into a thick, shiny glaze that clings to every slice. Because the ingredient list is naturally free of wheat, barley, or any grain-based thickeners, there's nothing to swap out or second-guess here. That's a genuine relief when so many glazed vegetable recipes sneak in soy sauce or other hidden sources of gluten. A scatter of fresh thyme at the end adds a subtle herby brightness that keeps the sweetness from feeling one-note. Serve them straight from the pan while the glaze is still warm and glossy — they don't wait well, and honestly, neither will your guests.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb carrots, peeled and cut on the bias into ½-inch slices
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp honey
- ½ cup water
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the carrots, butter, honey, water, salt, and pepper in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium, cover, and cook for 8–10 minutes, until the carrots are just tender when pierced with a fork.
- 2
Uncover the skillet and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes, until the liquid has reduced to a thick, glossy glaze that coats the carrots and the edges of the pan begin to look lightly caramelized. Watch closely in the final minute — the honey can scorch quickly once the liquid is nearly gone.
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