Anise Carrots Recipe

Experience a flavor explosion with our Anise Carrots recipe! The subtle sweetness of carrots perfectly complements the warm, licorice-like notes of anise, creating a dish that's both simple and unforgettable. This easy 20-minute recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a sophisticated side dish.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 210.3 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 3.8 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Anise Carrots

  • 1 pound carrots
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon anise seeds (or 1/2 teaspoon anise extract)
  • 2 tablespoons apricot preserves (or your favorite fruit preserves)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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How to Make Anise Carrots

  1. Wash and peel 1 pound of carrots. Cut them into 1/2-inch thick slices or rounds.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the carrots and cook until crisp-tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. While the carrots cook, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup of finely chopped yellow onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Drain the cooked carrots thoroughly.
  5. Return the carrots to the saucepan with the sautéed onions.
  6. Add 1 teaspoon of anise seeds (or 1/2 teaspoon anise extract) and 2 tablespoons of apricot preserves (or your favorite fruit preserves).
  7. Gently toss to coat the carrots evenly with the onion, anise, and preserves.
  8. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately as a side dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

55g

Fat

36g

Carbs

8g