Apricot Carrots Recipe

Looking for a quick and easy side dish that's bursting with flavor? These Apricot Carrots are a delightful blend of sweet and savory, ready in under 20 minutes! Inspired by a 1998 cookbook, this recipe transforms simple carrots into a vibrant and delicious accompaniment to any meal. The apricot preserves add a touch of sweetness that perfectly complements the carrots' natural earthiness. A perfect side for chicken, pork, or even grilled fish!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 121.3 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.7 (9 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apricot Carrots

  • 1 pound mini-carrots
  • 1/4 cup apricot preserves
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Lemon Juice
  • Orange Peel
  • Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 cup water
  • pinch of salt
  • pinch of pepper
  • about 2 tablespoons reserved cooking liquid

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How to Make Apricot Carrots

  1. Wash and thoroughly clean 1 pound of mini-carrots.
  2. Place carrots in a medium saucepan and add 1 cup of water.
  3. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 8 minutes, or until carrots are crisp-tender.
  5. Drain the carrots, reserving about 2 tablespoons of the cooking liquid.
  6. Return the carrots to the saucepan. Add 1/4 cup apricot preserves, 1 tablespoon butter, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  7. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, or until the preserves are melted and the carrots are evenly coated and glistening. Add a tablespoon or two of the reserved cooking liquid if needed to prevent sticking.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

9g

Carbs

7g

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