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Flavorful Gochujang Oven Roasted Carrots Recipe with Spicy Sweet Glaze

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These oven roasted carrots are coated in a spicy-sweet gochujang glaze that caramelizes beautifully, making a quick, flavorful side dish perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) carrots, peeled and cut into sticks or thick rounds
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup as a substitute)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Peel and cut 1 pound (450g) of carrots into sticks about 3 inches long and roughly ½ inch thick, keeping them uniform for even cooking.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons gochujang, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, and 2 tablespoons olive oil until smooth and glossy.
  4. Place the carrots in a large mixing bowl and pour the glaze over them. Toss thoroughly with a spatula or hands to coat evenly. Optionally, marinate for 10-15 minutes at room temperature for extra flavor.
  5. Spread the glazed carrots in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, leaving space between pieces.
  6. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, turning the carrots halfway through with tongs or a spatula, until tender and caramelized on the edges.
  7. If desired, roast an additional 5 minutes for softer carrots, watching carefully to avoid burning the glaze.
  8. Remove from oven and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

Roast at high heat (425°F) to ensure caramelization and avoid limp carrots. Do not overcrowd the pan to prevent steaming. If glaze thickens too much during roasting, toss carrots with a splash of water or soy sauce to loosen. Toast sesame seeds before garnishing for added nuttiness. For milder heat, reduce gochujang to 1 tablespoon and increase honey to 2 tablespoons.

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Keywords: gochujang, roasted carrots, spicy sweet glaze, Korean chili paste, easy side dish, oven roasted vegetables

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