Transform your dining experience with this enticing Gochujang Glazed Carrots recipe, a colourful and spicy twist on a classic vegetable favourite. This recipe skillfully pairs the earthy sweetness of rainbow carrots with the dynamic heat of gochujang – a beloved Korean chili paste – creating a stunning balance of flavours. As the butter blends with the gochujang, it forms a glossy, flavour-packed glaze that clings beautifully to each tender carrot. Enhanced with the subtle onion-like crunch of diced chives, these carrots emerge as not just a side dish, but a conversation starter, sure to command the spotlight on any table. Whether you’re hunting down the perfect complement to your main course or seeking a standalone star, these Gochujang Glazed Carrots are poised to impress with their bold aesthetic and an unexpected kick of heat that enlivens the palate.
Gochujang Glazed Carrots
Serves: 4-6
Prep Time: 15 hrs
Cook Time: 20 hrs
Ingredients:
- 4-6 lbs medium rainbow carrots, peeled
- ½ cup butter
- 3 tbsp gochujang
- 3 tbsp chives, diced
Directions:
- Steam the carrots for 6-8 minutes, until tender, but not completely soft.
- In a large frying pan, melt the butter and add in the gochujang, whisking to combine.
- Add the carrots and ¼ cup of carrot cooking water to the frying pan and toss with the sauce until well coated. Cook for an additional 2-4 minutes.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chives.
Tip: If you don’t have a pot with a steamer, you can shallow boil the carrots in a frying pan with water until tender.
