CARIBBEAN CARROTS

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I love the beautiful little carrots from the Farmers Market. You know, the ones that come with the green tops still attached! This is a super easy and unique way to serve them - and you can adjust the spices to your own taste. We like them on the spicy side! This is also a great dish for potlucks - it is a beautiful presentation...

Provided by Lori Loucas

Categories     Vegetables

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bunch small carrots, tops attached
1/4 c extra virgin olive oil
1/4 c maple syrup (or honey)
1/2 c goslings dark rum (or any dark rum)
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp cayenne (or to taste)
1/2 tsp salt (to taste
2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 Tbsp honey
1/4 c cotija cheese, crumbled (or feta)
1/4 c cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375F. Line a baking sheet large enough to hold the carrots in one layer with parchment paper.
  • 2. Cut off all but one inch of the carrot tops. Peel the carrots. In a rectangular bowl, combine the oil, maple syrup, rum, and the spices. Adjust salt to your taste. Add the carrots to the bowl and toss them gently so they are completely covered with the marinade.
  • 3. Place the carrots on the baking sheet in a single layer. Reserve the leftover marinade. Roast the carrots until they are tender and beginning to brown, about 20-25 minutes depending on the size of your carrots. Turn them halfway through roasting time, brushing them with the reserved marinade. If they start to dry out during roasting, keep brushing them with the marinade.
  • 4. Meanwhile, combine the lemon juice and honey in a small bowl. When the carrots are done, remove tray from oven. Pour the lemon & honey over the carrots, turning to distribute.
  • 5. To serve, arrange the carrots on a serving dish and sprinkle with the crumbled cheese and the cilantro. Can be served hot or at room temperature.

Havana Rose
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These carrots are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They're sweet and flavorful, and they're also healthy.


Sourov Sorder
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I love the way the carrots caramelize in this recipe. It's a great way to add a little sweetness to your meal.


Michelle Rickard
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These carrots are the perfect side dish for a holiday meal. They're festive and delicious.


Shaheen sami Afghan
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I've never been a fan of carrots, but these were actually really good. I'll definitely be making them again.


HONEY LAMA
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I made these carrots for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about them.


Peter Koisikir
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These carrots were a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Reed Mayhew
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I added a little bit of ginger and garlic to the recipe and it was delicious!


Masroor Ali
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These carrots are a great way to use up leftover carrots. They're also a healthy and delicious snack.


Arju Rathwor
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I followed the recipe exactly and the carrots turned out perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


Angel Vandermerwe
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These were a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Syedafatima Naqvi
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I've made these carrots several times now and they're always a hit. I love the way the brown sugar caramelizes.


Rts Shanto
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These carrots are the perfect side dish for any occasion. They're simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


farooq abbasi
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I'm not a huge carrot fan, but these were surprisingly good. I'll definitely make them again.


MD MD sojib
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These were a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved them.


Fahad Dilbar
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So easy to make and so delicious! I used a little less brown sugar and they were still plenty sweet. Definitely a keeper recipe.


Johanna s Nangolo
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OMG! These carrots are amazing! The perfect balance of sweet and savory, with a hint of heat. I'll definitely be making these again and again.