SPICY MAPLE GLAZED CARROTS

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

SPICY MAPLE GLAZED CARROTS

Servings: 10 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

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

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400℉.
  2. 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.
  3. Meanwhile, peel the carrots and cut into 1 inch pieces on an angle.
  4. Slice shallots into 1 inch pieces.
  5. Add the carrots and shallots into a baking dish.
  6. Once the butter has melted, remove baking dish from the oven and add the carrots and shallots.
  7. Sprinkle the salt, pepper, and Aleppo pepper onto the carrots and shallots.
  8. Mix well, coating the vegetables in the butter and olive oil and seasonings.
  9. Put back in the oven and bake for 40 minutes.
  10. Once done, remove from the oven and drizzle the maple syrup over the vegetables and mix well.
  11. 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.