Food and Recipes Side Dishes Vegetable Side Dishes Ginger Carrots Be the first to rate & review! A zippy side dish for the holiday table. By Jessica B. Harris Jessica B. Harris Jessica B. Harris, considered by many to be one of the ranking authorities on the food of the African Diaspora, is the author, editor, or translator of eighteen books including twelve cookbooks documenting the foodways of the African Diaspora. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Published on March 20, 2023 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Melissa Gray; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Active Time: 35 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 8 Calling all carrot lovers—this fast-fix side dish is one for your “keeper” file. Cut into bite-sized coins, these tender carrots are simmered with orange juice and fresh ginger until tender, sweet, and warmly spicy. For a special finishing touch, they’re glazed with honey, butter, and just a hint of nutmeg before being served with a sprinkle of parsley and delicate flakes of crunchy sea salt. They’re perfect for Easter with ham or our show-stopping Roasted Lamb with Fresh Herb Sauce. Ingredients 2 lb. carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-in.-thick rounds (6 cups) 1 cup fresh orange juice (from 2 large [4 oz.] oranges) 2 Tbsp. minced fresh ginger (from 1 [2-in.] piece) 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1 Tbsp. honey 1/4 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. grated fresh nutmeg (from 1 whole nutmeg), plus more for garnish 1/8 tsp. black pepper, plus more for garnish Flaky sea salt, for garnish Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish Directions Bring carrots, orange juice, and ginger to a simmer in a large high-sided skillet over medium-high. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until fork-tender, 15 to 18 minutes. Stir in butter, honey, salt, nutmeg, and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until butter is melted, about 1 minute. Garnish with flaky sea salt, chopped fresh parsley, and additional grated fresh nutmeg and black pepper. Rate it Print