Miso Glazed Carrots

Ingredients

• 1.5 to 2 lbs carrots (, peeled (*Footnote 1))
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 tablespoon sliced chive for garnish ((Optional))
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic (, minced)
• 2 tablespoons white miso paste ((*footnote 2))
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper ((or paprika for less spiciness))

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy clean up, if needed.

2. 2

   Dry carrots thoroughly and place onto the baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt. Toss with a pair of tongs to evenly coat carrots with oil.

3. 3

   Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, until the carrots just start to turn tender but are still chewy inside. (*Footnote 3)

4. 4

   Mix all the ingredients for the glaze while roasting.

5. 5

   Brush the miso sauce onto both sides of the carrots. You might have a bit of leftover sauce depending on how many carrots you used.

6. 6

   Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for a further 20 to 30 minutes, until the carrots turns tender while piercing with a fork, and the surface is lightly caramelized. Serve hot or at room temperature at a side dish.