SPICY MAPLE GLAZED CARROTS
My Spicy Glazed Maple Carrots are a tantalizing twist on the classic glazed carrot side dish that promises to awaken your taste buds. Carrots and shallots are transformed into a sweet and spicy dish with the sweet and smoky flavour of maple syrup and the heat from the Aleppo pepper. This side dish is a delectable accompaniment to any meal, leaving a lasting impression on your palate.
SPICY MAPLE GLAZED CARROTS
Ingredients
- 11 carrots
- 7 shallots
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp Aleppo peppers
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400℉.
- Add the olive oil and butter to the baking dish and put in the oven as the oven is preheating so the butter can melt.
- Meanwhile, peel the carrots and cut into 1 inch pieces on an angle.
- Slice shallots into 1 inch pieces.
- Add the carrots and shallots into a baking dish.
- Once the butter has melted, remove baking dish from the oven and add the carrots and shallots.
- Sprinkle the salt, pepper, and Aleppo pepper onto the carrots and shallots.
- Mix well, coating the vegetables in the butter and olive oil and seasonings.
- Put back in the oven and bake for 40 minutes.
- Once done, remove from the oven and drizzle the maple syrup over the vegetables and mix well.
- Serve warm.
Notes
If you don’t have Aleppo pepper, you can use crushed chili flakes.
This can be made into a vegan dish by replacing the butter with more olive oil.