Spicy Glazed Rainbow Carrots

By: Urban Farm Foods

After a few frosts, the flavor of carrots is really enhanced, so it's the perfect time to harvest some from your fall/winter garden and kick off the holiday season with this delicious side dish!

Ingredients: 

• 12 medium rainbow carrots peeled 

•  2 tablespoons butter

•  1 shallot finely diced

•  1/2 tablespoon chili flakes

•  1/4 cup unsalted shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas) 

•  2 tablespoons honey

•  1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

Directions:

1. Peel and halve carrots and arrange evenly on a sheet pan. Roast at 400˚ for 20 minutes.

2. Over medium heat in a saucepan melt butter and add shallots. Stirring frequently to avoid burning, cook until translucent. 

3.  Add chili flakes and honey and stir to combine well. 

4.  When everything starts to bubble add the apple cider vinegar. 

5.  Let simmer for a couple minutes but watch closely.

6.  Add the pumpkin seeds and stir to coat. Salt to taste. 

7.  Plate the carrots and spoon warm glaze over the top.

Serve immediately and enjoy!