Carottes Vichy (Vichy Carrots)
Carottes Vichy is a classic French side dish featuring glazed carrots cooked in Vichy mineral water with butter and sugar. A simple yet elegant accompaniment to any meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 90cal
Carbohydrate: 10g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: 100mg
Difficulty Level: easy
10 min Prep
20 min Cook
30 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450g) carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) Vichy mineral water (or regular water)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the carrots, butter, sugar, and Vichy mineral water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and the liquid has reduced to a glossy glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Tip: Serve as a side dish with roasted meats or poultry.