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Crispy Air Fryer Roasted Carrots with Honey Glaze

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A quick and easy recipe for perfectly crispy air fryer roasted carrots coated with a sweet honey glaze, ideal as a flavorful side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound carrots (about 450 grams), peeled and cut into sticks or rounds
  • 2 tablespoons honey (raw local honey preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice 1 pound of carrots into sticks about 3 inches long and ½ inch thick.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the carrots with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder. Mix well until every piece is lightly coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Place the carrots in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10 minutes, then shake the basket or flip the carrots with tongs for even cooking.
  5. Continue air frying for another 5-7 minutes until carrots are tender with browned edges. Add 2-3 more minutes if extra crispiness is desired, watching closely to prevent burning.
  6. While the carrots cook, warm 2 tablespoons honey in a small bowl or microwave for 20 seconds. Stir in 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary if using.
  7. Once the carrots are out of the air fryer, immediately drizzle the warm honey glaze over them and toss gently to coat.
  8. If carrots are not crispy enough after glazing, air fry for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure crispiness. Glaze the carrots after cooking to avoid burning the honey. Use thinner carrot sticks for extra crispiness. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer or oven to restore crispness. Maple syrup can be used as a vegan substitute for honey.

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