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Cocoa Glazed Carrots And Onions Recipe

Sweet and savory collide in this irresistible recipe! Honey-glazed carrots and onions get a surprising twist with the rich, subtle warmth of cocoa powder. This easy 35-minute recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a sophisticated side dish. The cocoa powder adds a delightful nutty depth that perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the vegetables.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 89.5 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Cocoa Glazed Carrots And Onions

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How to Make Cocoa Glazed Carrots And Onions

  1. Place 1 large onion in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Let stand for 2-3 minutes.
  2. While the onion soaks, place 1 pound of carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces, in a nonstick frying pan. Add about 1/2 cup of water, bring to a boil over high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, or until carrots are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain carrots and set aside.
  4. Drain the onion, peel off and discard the skins, and trim the root and stem ends. Roughly chop the onion.
  5. Add the chopped onion to the same pan used for the carrots. Add about 1/4 cup of water, bring to a boil over high heat.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, or until onions are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain onions and set aside.
  7. In the same pan, combine 1 tablespoon of water, 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger.
  8. Stir over medium-high heat until well blended and the sauce slightly thickens.
  9. Add the cooked carrots and onions to the pan.
  10. Stir gently over medium heat until the sauce is thick enough to coat the vegetables evenly (about 2-3 minutes). Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

6g

Carbs

5g

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