Carrots are one of my favourite vegetables..as they are sweet! But carrot with brown sugar? That’s another level of deliciousness!! And the best way to make them is by using an air fryer.
This side will be great to pair with your favourite main dish. Here’s how you can make brown sugar carrots using an air fryer:
Ingredients:
– ½ lb washed and peeled carrots, cut into thick slices
– 2 tablespoons of melted butter
-1 tablespoon oil
– 2 tablespoons of light brown sugar
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
- Peel, slice and chop the carrots then transfer them to the air fryer.
- Cook for 10 minutes, shaking the basket every 4-5 minutes or so to keep them from sticking together or burning on one side only.
- Place the semi-cooked carrots into a bowl and add melted butter, oil, brown sugar, salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything together so that all of the carrots are evenly coated with seasoning mixture.
- Transfer the seasoned carrots into your air fryer basket in an even layer, making sure there is some room between each piece so they can cook evenly.
- Cook on 400 for 2 minutes.
- After 2 minutes, serve immediately.
Recipe Tips:
– If your carrots seem a bit dry, feel free to add a tablespoon of water or stock to the seasoning mixture.
– For an extra crunchy texture, try adding some chopped walnuts or almonds.
– To make this dish vegan, simply substitute the butter for olive oil and use a plant based sweetener instead of brown sugar.
Hope you enjoyed this recipe! Feel free to experiment with different seasonings and ingredients for a variety of delicious air fryer recipes! Have fun cooking!
Substitution
Ideas: dried herbs, garlic powder, cumin, paprika or chili powder. For sweetness you could use honey or agave instead of brown sugar. Feel free to throw in some diced onions and bell peppers for added flavor and texture! Don’t forget to adjust the seasoning as needed. Enjoy your delicious brown sugar carrots!
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen carrots for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can! Just make sure to defrost them before cooking and adjust the cooking time as needed.
Q: What other vegetables can I add to this dish?
A: You could try adding some diced bell peppers, onions, or sweet potatoes for more flavor and texture.
Q: How long will these brown sugar carrots stay fresh?
A: Once cooked, these carrots will stay fresh in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave when ready to enjoy!
Q: What other dishes can I serve these brown sugar carrots with?
A: These carrots are perfect served alongside roasted meats, burgers, or fish. They’d also be delicious tossed into salads, pasta dishes, and rice bowls!
Q: What is the best way to store leftovers?
A: Store any leftover brown sugar carrots in an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave when ready to enjoy!
Q: Can I make these brown sugar carrots without an air fryer?
A: Yes, you can make these carrots without an air fryer. Simply preheat your oven to 400°F and roast the carrots for about 25 minutes, or until they are tender. Then remove them from the oven and toss in the melted butter, oil, brown sugar, salt and pepper mixture. Serve warm.
Q: Can I use honey instead of brown sugar?
A: Yes, you can substitute honey for the light brown sugar in this recipe if desired. The carrots will have a slightly different flavor profile but will still be delicious! Enjoy!
Q: Can I make these carrots spicier?
A: Absolutely! You could try adding some crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the seasoning mixture for a spicy kick. Or you could even add some diced jalapenos or chilies to the mix!
Q: Can I use different vegetables in this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use other root vegetables such as sweet potatoes, parsnips, turnips or beets. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Q: Is there any way to make this recipe healthier?
A: You could try reducing the amount of butter used and increasing the amount of olive oil instead. Or you could eliminate the butter altogether and just use olive oil. Additionally, you could also substitute a plant-based sweetener for the light brown sugar if desired.
Q: Is this dish vegan?
A: Yes, it is! To make this dish vegan, simply substitute the butter for olive oil and use a plant based sweetener instead of brown sugar. Enjoy!
Q: How Can I make air fryer baby carrots with brown sugar?
A: Making air fryer baby carrots with brown sugar is easy and delicious! Start by preheating your air fryer to 375°F. Then, wash and trim the baby carrots before tossing them with a mixture of melted butter, light brown sugar, salt and pepper. Once evenly coated in the seasoning mix, place the carrots into the air fryer basket and cook for about 12-15 minutes or until tender. Make sure to shake the basket halfway through cooking to enhance their flavor an texture. Finally, adjust the seasoning as needed before serving warm with your favorite meal!
Q: How should I make air fryer ranch carrots?
A: To make ranch carrots in your air fryer, preheat the device to 350°F. In a medium bowl, mix together melted butter and ranch seasoning mix until combined. Toss in the baby carrots and coat evenly with the mixture. Place them in the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until tender. Remove from the air fryer and season as desired with salt and pepper.
Q: Can I make this in the crock pot?
A: Yes, you can make air fried carrots and potatoes in the crock pot. Start by adding all of the ingredients to your crock pot; diced potatoes, baby carrots, butter, brown sugar, salt and pepper. Give everything a good stir to evenly coat with the seasonings. Cover and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours or until potatoes are tender. Serve warm and enjoy! Note that cooking times may vary depending on your crock pot model so be sure to check occasionally and adjust as needed. You can even make a maple-glazed carrots crock pot recipe
This recipe for brown sugar carrots is so easy to make with an air fryer and tastes amazing! With just a few simple ingredients and only 10 minutes of cooking time, you can enjoy this delicious side dish in no time at all. Give it a try today!
Brown Sugar Carrots Air Fryer
Ingredients
- ½ lb Carrots, cut into thick slices Washed and peeled, cut into thick slices
- 2 tbsp Melted butter
- 1 tbsp Oil
- 2 tbsp Light brown sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
- Peel, slice and chop the carrots then transfer them to the air fryer.
- Cook for 10 minutes, shaking the basket every 4-5 minutes or so to keep them from sticking together or burning on one side only.
- Place the semi-cooked carrots into a bowl and add melted butter, oil, brown sugar, salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix everything together so that all of the carrots are evenly coated with seasoning mixture.
- Transfer the seasoned carrots into your air fryer basket in an even layer, making sure there is some room between each piece so they can cook evenly.
- Cook on 400 for 2 minutes. After 2 minutes, serve immediately.
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