Best Tangy Carrot Coins Recipes

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SWEET 'N' TANGY CARROTS



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With an irresistible brown sugar-mustard sauce, these simple simmered carrots bring bright flavor and color to the table. -Paula Zsiray, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds carrots, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water, carrots and salt in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain., Return carrots to pan; add the brown sugar, butter, mustard and pepper. Cook and stir over low heat until well coated. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CANDIED CARROT COINS



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These will be sweet and chewy when done and are the perfect decorations for carrot cake.

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Candy     Carrot     Dessert     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 medium carrots, scrubbed, very thinly sliced on a mandoline
2 tablespoons sugar, plus more

Steps:

  • Bring carrots, 2 Tbsp. sugar, and 1/4 cup water to a simmer in a medium skillet over medium-low heat, stirring to separate carrots. Cook until carrots are soft, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium and cook, stirring, until liquid is reduced to a thick syrup (if syrup starts to color, reduce heat). Add several generous pinches of sugar, tossing constantly, then cook, tossing, until carrots are coated. Spread out on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let cool.
  • Separate carrots with your fingers and toss each piece in more sugar to coat.
  • Do Ahead
  • Carrots can be made 1 day ahead. Store tightly wrapped at room temperature. Toss in sugar before using.

GLAZED CARROT COINS



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These glossy carrots, flavored with orange juice, cinnamon and ginger, are pretty enough for a special meal. To save time, you could substitute two 15-ounce cans of carrots for the fresh ones.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, orange juice, salt, ginger and cinnamon. Add the carrots; cover and cook for 20-25 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.6, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 261.2, Carbohydrate 16.5, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 11.7, Protein 1

SPICY CARROT COINS



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Cumin, coriander and ginger give an unusual zip and flavor to this side. What a great way to add Vitamin A to your diet!

Provided by Luvs 2 Cook

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs carrots, sliced
1 1/4 cups water
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup honey
4 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In nonstick saucepan combine the first 8 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Discard cinnamon stick.
  • Add honey and lemon juice to carrots. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 5 to 8 minutes or until carrots are tender and liquid has evaporated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.9, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 203.9, Carbohydrate 26.9, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 18.6, Protein 1.6

SOUP CARROT COINS



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I have always loved the carrots in my mom's chicken soup, so I tried to imitate the flavor in this side dish.-Denise Loewenthal, Hinckley, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
3-1/2 cups sliced fresh carrots
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried celery flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 bay leaf
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add the remaining ingredients; return to a boil. Reduce heat; Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until carrots are tender. Drain; discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts :

CANDY CARROT COINS



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Tossed with a brown sugar and butter glaze, these carrots taste slightly sweet and look perfectly shiny.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb carrot
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon water

Steps:

  • Peel the carrots, then slice each one into rounds.
  • Place the carrot coins in a microwave-safe bowl, cover them with water, and cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
  • Microwave for 6 to 7 minutes or until the carrots are tender but not mushy. Drain the water and set the carrots aside.
  • In a small frying pan, melt the butter, stir in the brown sugar and water, and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the carrot coins and toss to coat with the brown sugar mixture. Cook on low for 3 to 4 minutes or until the carrots are thoroughly glazed.

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