Maple-Glazed Carrots

Ingredients

• 500g medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 1cm rounds
• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, plus extra to finish
• 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt

Steps

1. 1

   1. Heat olive oil and butter in a wide skillet over medium heat until the butter melts and begins to foam.

2. 2

   2. Add the carrot rounds in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 4–5 minutes until the undersides develop a golden, caramelized edge, then flip.

3. 3

   3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring, until fragrant.

4. 4

   4. Pour in the maple syrup and apple cider vinegar, reduce heat to medium-low, and toss the carrots to coat. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and the carrots are just tender.

5. 5

   5. Season with salt and pepper, transfer to a shallow serving dish, and scatter fresh thyme leaves over the top before serving.