Best Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots Recipe Sticky Sweet

Instructions:

1. Peel and uniformly cut the carrots into 1-inch pieces, ensuring consistency for even cooking.
2. Place the prepared carrots into a large, heavy-bottomed skillet with a lid. Add 1/4 cup of water or broth. Cover the skillet and steam over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until the carrots are slightly tender when pierced with a fork.
3. Uncover the pan. Add the butter, dark brown sugar, orange juice, salt, pepper, and cinnamon (if using).
4. Increase the heat slightly to medium-high. Stir constantly until the butter is fully melted and the sugar has dissolved into a thick syrup.
5. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Allow the mixture to simmer gently, stirring every minute or so, for about 8–10 minutes, until the liquid reduces and coats the carrots beautifully.
6. Test a carrot for doneness; it should be fork-tender but still hold its shape. If the glaze thickens too quickly before the carrots are done, add 1 tablespoon of water.
7. Remove from heat. Stir gently to ensure every carrot is perfectly coated in the sticky glaze. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish generously with fresh parsley before serving immediately.