Cinnamon Miso Roasted Carrots (Printable Version)

Carrots roasted with a warm cinnamon and miso glaze for a flavorful, vibrant side.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.5 lbs carrots, peeled and cut into thick sticks or whole if small

→ Glaze

02 - 2 tbsp white miso paste
03 - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
04 - 2 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
06 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
07 - 1 tbsp soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
08 - 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
09 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
10 - 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

11 - 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
12 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk miso paste, honey, olive oil, cinnamon, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Add the carrots to the bowl and toss until evenly coated in the glaze.
04 - Place the glazed carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until tender and beginning to caramelize.
06 - Transfer carrots to a serving platter and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped herbs if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The miso and cinnamon create a glaze that tastes complex but comes together in one bowl with no fuss.
  • Carrots turn tender and caramelized at the edges, with a sticky coating that clings to every bite.
  • It works as a weeknight side or something special enough to serve guests without breaking a sweat.
02 -
  • Whisk the miso paste thoroughly or it will clump, I learned this after serving carrots with pockets of salty paste that no one wanted to mention.
  • Don't crowd the pan, the carrots need air to caramelize properly or they'll turn soggy instead of sweet and browned.
  • Turn them halfway through roasting or the bottoms will char while the tops stay pale.
03 -
  • Taste the glaze before tossing the carrots and adjust the honey or vinegar to your preference, it's easier to fix now than after roasting.
  • If your carrots are thick, slice them lengthwise so they cook through in the same amount of time as thinner pieces.
  • Let the baking sheet cool slightly before washing, the sticky glaze comes off much easier when it's not scorching hot.

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