Fez Carrots

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 4

Fez Carrots, a sweet and savory side dish perfect for your next dinner party

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

300

Sugar

25g

Fat

18g

Fez Carrots is a delicious side dish that is easy to make and perfect for your next dinner party. This recipe features sliced carrots cooked in butter with paper-thin onions and a touch of white wine. The dish is then spiced with nutmeg and sweetened with raisins and brown sugar before being baked in the oven until glazed to perfection. As an ancient city in Morocco, Fez is known for its vibrant culture and cuisine. This dish is a nod to the city's culinary traditions and is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.	In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add in sliced onions and cook until beginning to caramelize, about 10 minutes.
3.	Add white wine to skillet and cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
4.	Add sliced carrots to skillet and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in nutmeg, raisins, and brown sugar.
5.	Transfer skillet mixture to the prepared baking dish and bake in oven until carrots are tender and glazed, about 30 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking time.

PROS

Fez Carrots make for an impressive side dish that is both sweet and savory.

This recipe is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, perfect for entertaining.

CONS

While delicious, the addition of brown sugar and raisins make this dish fairly high in sugar and calories.

It may not be suitable for those on a restricted diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite the sugar content, carrots are a low glycemic index food and full of essential vitamins and minerals.
These nutrients include vitamin A, potassium, and fiber, which are important for maintaining eye health, regulating blood pressure, and promoting healthy digestion.

	4 carrots , sliced thin ( about 1/4 inch )
	1/4 cup butter
	1/2 onion , sliced paper thin
	1/4 cup white wine
	1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
	1/2 cup raisins , soaked in warm water and drained
	2 tablespoons brown sugar