Braised Carrot in Sauce

March 17, 2025 15 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

220 kcal
Calories
3g
Protein
40g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
Braised Carrot in Sauce

Spice up your meal with these irresistible Korean-Style Glazed Carrots—a sweet, spicy, and savory side dish bursting with flavor! Fresh carrots are roll-cut for perfect texture, then stir-fried with fragrant scallions and coated in a rich, umami-packed sauce made with Korean chili paste, garlic chili paste, and a hint of sugar. The carrots simmer until tender, soaking up the bold, tangy-sweet glaze for a melt-in-your-mouth finish. This quick and easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste with minimal effort, and the natural sweetness of the carrots balances the heat for a harmonious bite. A vibrant, low-sodium dish that pairs perfectly with rice, noodles, or grilled meats. Try it tonight for a deliciously addictive twist on classic stir-fried veggies!

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Instructions

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Prepare 2 carrots, wash and cut into roll-cut blocks.
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Mix 1 tablespoon of Korean chili paste, 1 tablespoon of garlic chili paste, and a small spoon of sugar with water to make a sauce.
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Heat oil in a wok, add chopped scallions and stir-fry until fragrant, then add the carrots and stir-fry.
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Stir-fry the carrots in oil for a few minutes, then add the prepared sauce and stir-fry evenly.
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Add water to cover the carrots, bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
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After 10 minutes, use a spatula to scoop the carrots, they are done when they are soft; basically no salt is needed, as the sauce contains salt.
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