Sesame Roasted Carrots Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• STEP 2.Peel and trim the carrots, then cut them into long, thin strips.
• STEP 3.In a bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, and salt.
• STEP 4.Add the carrot strips to the bowl and toss until they are well coated in the sesame oil mixture.
• STEP 5.Spread the carrots out in a single layer on a baking sheet.
• STEP 6.Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and caramelized, stirring once halfway through cooking.
• STEP 7.Remove from the oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
• STEP 8.Serve the sesame roasted carrots as a side dish or as a topping for salads.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to cut the carrots into thin strips so that they cook evenly.
• For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of garlic powder or chili flakes to the sesame oil mixture.
• If you prefer your carrots to be more tender, you can roast them for a few minutes longer.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover sesame roasted carrots can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the carrots in a baking dish and warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
• Serve the sesame roasted carrots as a side dish with grilled meats or as a topping for salads.