Miso-Orange Glazed Carrots

Step 1

1 In a 10-inch dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant, about 2 minutes

Step 2

2 Transfer to a small dish

Step 3

3 Return the skillet to medium heat and add the butter or oil (if using the butter, let it melt first)

Step 4

4 Add the carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through, about 2 minutes

Step 5

5 Add the orange juice and bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover and cook, until the carrots are firm-tender, 5 to 6 minutes

Step 6

6 Stir the miso, maple syrup, orange zest, salt and pepper into the orange juice until they form a sauce

Step 7

7 Increase the heat to medium-high and cook, uncovered, stirring frequently, until the carrots are tender and glazed and the sauce thickens, 3 to 4 minutes

Step 8

8 Toss in the sesame seeds to combine, then remove from the heat and serve

Step 9

9 Because of technical issues, the nutritional analysis for this recipe is unavailable

Step 10

10 We will add that information as soon as possible