Roasted Honey Garlic Carrots (Recipe for Printing)

Carrots roasted in a honey garlic glaze for a caramelized, savory-sweet side bursting with flavor.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 5 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 6 to 8 large carrots)
02 - 1/4 cup olive oil

→ Glaze

03 - 1/4 cup honey
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
05 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

→ Finishing

10 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Wash, peel, and cut the carrots into 1-inch pieces. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels to ensure even roasting.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, soy sauce or tamari, rice vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes if using. Whisk until emulsified and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional honey as desired.
03 - Add the carrot pieces to the bowl with the glaze. Toss until all carrots are evenly coated.
04 - Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Arrange glazed carrots in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, tossing once halfway, until the carrots are tender and deeply caramelized at the edges.
05 - Remove the carrots from the oven. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Season with additional salt and black pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

# Extra Tips:

01 - A tablespoon of Dijon mustard can enhance the glaze’s depth of flavor.
02 - Substitute rice vinegar with white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar if needed.
03 - Baby carrots make for an elegant presentation and require no chopping.
04 - Add toasted pecans or walnuts during the last five minutes of roasting for extra crunch.
05 - Experiment with spices like cumin, coriander, or cinnamon for new flavor profiles.
06 - Adjust garlic quantity or substitute with garlic powder for a milder flavor.
07 - Increase honey for added sweetness or add a splash of orange juice for a citrus note.

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