Smashed Carrots

Sweet and buttery mashed carrots flavored with shallots, coriander, and a touch of honey. This simple side dish combines the natural sweetness of carrots with fresh orange juice for a delicious complement to any meal.

4 servings
34 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped shallots
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • to taste Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    1. Melt the butter in a heavy pan over medium heat.

    2 min

  2. 2.

    2. Add the shallots and saut until soft, about 3 minutes.

    3 min

  3. 3.

    3. Add the coriander and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.

    1 min

  4. 4.

    4. Add the carrots, juice, honey, salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer.

    5 min

  5. 5.

    5. Cover and cook until the carrots are tender, about 20 minutes.

    20 min

  6. 6.

    6. Remove from heat, mash with a fork or potato masher, and serve.

    3 min

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