Description

This vibrant Hot Honey Carrots recipe features tender carrot batons cooked to perfection in the microwave, then tossed in a fragrant, spicy honey glaze accented with coriander, cinnamon, and chili flakes. It’s a quick and flavorful side dish that brings a perfect balance of sweetness and heat, ideal for adding a pop of color and taste to any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Carrots

600g carrots, chopped into batons

Spiced Honey Glaze

1 tsp coriander seeds
½ tsp chili flakes
½ tsp ground cinnamon
5 tbsp honey
Sea salt flakes, a generous pinch

Garnish

Small handful of fresh coriander, chopped (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Carrots: Place the chopped carrot batons into a microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover the bowl and microwave on high power for 9 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork. Once cooked, set aside.
Crush the Spices: Using a pestle and mortar or the end of a rolling pin in a bowl, crush the coriander seeds until slightly broken to release their aroma. Stir in the chili flakes, ground cinnamon, and a generous pinch of sea salt flakes to create the spice mixture.
Prepare the Hot Honey: Pour the honey into a small microwave-safe bowl and mix in the prepared spice blend. Microwave the honey and spice mixture for 30 seconds to warm and infuse the flavors.
Toss Carrots with Hot Honey: Pour the warmed spiced honey over the cooked carrots and toss thoroughly to ensure the carrots are evenly coated with the flavorful glaze.
Garnish and Serve: If desired, scatter the chopped fresh coriander over the glazed carrots. Serve the dish immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.

Notes

Microwaving carrots helps retain their natural sweetness and shortens cooking time.
Adjust chili flakes quantity to control the heat level in the dish.
Fresh coriander is optional but adds a fresh herbal note.
This recipe works well as a side dish for grilled meats or as part of a vegetarian meal.
Use sea salt flakes to add a delicate crunch and enhanced flavor.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 9 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Microwaving
Cuisine: Modern British

Keywords: hot honey carrots, spicy honey glaze, microwaved carrots, side dish, easy vegetable recipe, sweet and spicy carrots