Braised Carrot in Sauce

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!

15 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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carrots
2 medium carrots

The aromatics

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scallions
2-3 scallions (chopped)

The sauce & seasonings

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Korean chili paste
1 tablespoon
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garlic chili paste
1 tablespoon
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sugar
1 teaspoon
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oil
1-2 tablespoons
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water
1/2 cup

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Prepare 2 carrots, wash and cut into roll-cut blocks.

2. Step 2

Step 2
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.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Heat oil in a wok, add chopped scallions and stir-fry until fragrant, then add the carrots and stir-fry.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Stir-fry the carrots in oil for a few minutes, then add the prepared sauce and stir-fry evenly.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Add water to cover the carrots, bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.

6. Step 6

Step 6
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.

7. Step 7

Step 7
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8. Step 8

Step 8
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9. Step 9

Step 9
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