Use high-quality bourbon for the best flavor. The better the bourbon, the richer the glaze. For a vegetarian option, substitute the butter with olive oil or coconut oil. Feel free to add other spices to the glaze, such as a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg, for added warmth. The carrots can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. The glaze may thicken upon cooling, so add a splash of water or bourbon when reheating to loosen it up.
Chef John's Bourbon-Glazed Carrots
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS510
Transform ordinary carrots into an extraordinary culinary experience with this bourbon-glazed masterpiece. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and boozy notes, resulting in a side dish that will steal the show. The carrots are cooked to tender perfection, then enveloped in a luxurious bourbon-infused glaze that adds depth and complexity to their natural sweetness.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate27 g
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Cholesterol41 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium411 mg
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Sugar19 g
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Fat16 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat until it foams. (2 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Add the carrots and salt to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the carrots begin to brown and the liquid evaporates, about 5-6 minutes.
03 Step
Recipe View Reduce the heat to medium-low. Carefully pour in the bourbon (it may flame up). Cook, stirring occasionally, until the bourbon is almost completely evaporated, about 2 minutes.
04 Step
Recipe View Sprinkle the brown sugar over the carrots. Cook, stirring frequently, until the carrots are tender and the glaze has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
05 Step
Recipe View Increase the heat to medium-high and cook, stirring constantly, until the glaze is thick and glossy, about 15-30 seconds. Be careful not to burn the sugar.
06 Step
Recipe View Season the carrots with freshly ground black pepper and cayenne pepper (if using).
07 Step
Recipe View Transfer the bourbon-glazed carrots to a serving dish and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs.
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Carlotta Moore
Jun 20, 2025Be careful not to burn the butter in the first step. Keep the heat at medium and watch it closely.
Ludwig Stromanraynor
Jun 4, 2025My kids actually ate their vegetables! I think the bourbon glaze is magic.
Alejandrin Murphy
Oct 26, 2024The thyme garnish is a nice touch. It adds a pop of freshness to the dish.
Itzel Beatty
Jun 24, 2024These carrots were a hit at Thanksgiving! The bourbon flavor is subtle but adds a lovely warmth.
Colby Dach
Feb 2, 2024These are the best carrots I've ever had! So much flavor.
Julie Wiegandlindgren
Jan 7, 2024A fantastic recipe! I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Rick Johns
Jul 26, 2023I added a splash of orange juice at the end for extra brightness. It worked really well.
Diamond Keebler
Jul 25, 2023I used maple syrup instead of brown sugar, and they were still delicious! A great way to use up leftover bourbon.