Have you ever thought of baking Maple & Orange glazed carrots? Today I will be sharing a personal favorite – Maple & Orange Glazed Carrots recipe that effortlessly transforms our regular boring carrots into a delicious dish. This dish, is the perfect blend of sweet and savory, which makes every bite an experience, you never want to forget.
You can garnish it with fresh thyme and a drizzle of orange juice to extract its true flavors. This recipe can be used as a side dish, but it is not just a side dish, rather it is an delightful adventure that you want to in every dining.
Ingredients for Maple & Orange Glazed Carrots
Choose fresh and vibrant carrots for this recipe. Peel and dice them diagonally to about 1 inch in size. If, possible try to find small carrots , and you can avoid cutting them if they are small enough.
For a sweetness and extra flavor, use maple syrup. It is an alternative to honey. The sweetness is essential in this step.
Now it is the time for aroma. Freshly squeezed orange juice introduces a hint of citrusy brightness to the glaze. It not only adds aroma but also enhances the overall flavor of the dish.
Fresh thyme can be added both time, during baking and garnishing. This step will give our dish an earthy herby fragrance, which will complement the sweet and savory flavor.
These carefully selected ingredients work together, creating a delectable Maple & Orange Glazed Carrots dish that balances sweetness and savory depth, making it a delightful and flavorful side dish.
How to Make Maple & Orange Glazed Carrots
Begin by preheating your oven to 425℉, ensuring it reaches the desired temperature for the Maple & Orange Glazed Carrots.
For the carrots, start by peeling and diagonally dicing them to approximately 1 inch in size. Avoid cutting if they are already small.
In a small bowl or container, combine all the remaining ingredients except for the thyme and orange juice. Shake the mixture well to create a good mixture.
Next, generously pour the glaze over the prepared carrots, making sure each piece is properly coated. Introduce two sprigs of fresh thyme to enrich the overall flavors.
Now just place the glazed carrots in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, remember to flip them halfway through the cooking time. Flipping them throughout the cooking ensures that each side is well coated and cooked properly.
Once the carrots are beautifully glazed and tender, remove them from the oven. To finish, serve the dish hot, garnish it fresh thyme and drizzle generous amount of orange juice on top.
Ingredients
- 400 gm carrots
- 3 tbsp maple syrup sub for honey
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- salt to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 4-5 sprigs fresh thyme sub for dried thyme or herb of choice
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 425℉
- Prep the carrots, peel and dice diagonally about 1 inch. If you are using slender small carrots, I would skip cutting
- In a small bowl or container, mix all other ingredients except thyme and orange juice. Shake well
- Pour over the carrots and make sure to coat well. Add in 2 sprigs of fresh thyme
- Bake for 20-25 mins flipping halfway through
- Serve hot with remaining thyme & fresh orange juice. Enjoy!
Nutrition
After trying this side dish, I am sure, you will be replacing your regular side dish ASAP. The baked carrots are a perfect blend of all the flavors, making it a good to go dish for any kind of main meal. The carrots, itself is filled with nutrients, helpful for you daily nutrition and overall well-being. Getting creative with it and including carrots in your daily meals will result in better health and well being of your mental health.
Whether it graces your holiday table or becomes a weeknight staple, this dish is a testament to the magic that happens when simple ingredients are combined with passion and creativity. So, indulge in the joy of cooking and savor every delightful bite of this Maple & Orange Glazed Carrots masterpiece. Your taste buds will thank you.
❤️ Gurleen
