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Horseradish Carrots Recipe

4.6 from 66 reviews

Horseradish Carrots is a flavorful baked side dish featuring tender julienned carrots coated in a creamy, tangy horseradish mayonnaise sauce, topped with a buttery Panko breadcrumb crust for a delightful texture contrast.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 6 large carrots, peeled and cut julienne
  • 2 tablespoons grated onion

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup reserved carrot cooking water

Topping

  • 1/4 cup dry plain Panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the carrots.
  2. Cook Carrots: Place the julienned carrots in a medium saucepan and add just enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil, then cover and cook for 6 minutes until they are tender but not mushy.
  3. Drain and Reserve Water: Drain the carrots, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water. Transfer the cooked carrots into a 1 ½ quart baking dish evenly.
  4. Prepare Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the grated onion, mayonnaise, prepared horseradish, pepper, and the reserved carrot cooking water. Mix thoroughly until creamy and well blended.
  5. Combine and Pour: Pour the horseradish sauce evenly over the carrots in the baking dish, ensuring they are well coated for maximum flavor.
  6. Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix the Panko bread crumbs with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
  7. Top and Bake: Sprinkle the buttery Panko topping evenly over the carrots. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and crispy.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase the amount of prepared horseradish to taste.
  • Make sure not to overcook the carrots during boiling to maintain texture after baking.
  • Substitute Panko crumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed for dietary preferences.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently to maintain topping crispness.
  • This dish pairs well with roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian meal.

Keywords: horseradish carrots, baked carrots, side dish, creamy horseradish sauce, buttery breadcrumb topping