Tired of the same old boiled carrots? Foodie Corre Larkin, who shares her culinary creations on TikTok as @cocolarkincooks, has a recipe that will revolutionize your carrot game. She claims her method results in the “arguably best carrots” she’s ever tasted and insists you’ll “never eat carrots the same again.”
What’s the secret? It’s all about a simple but impactful twist on the traditional method. Start by peeling and chopping the top and bottom ends off your carrots, opting for thicker ones if possible. Corre describes this technique as a “kind of carrot vichy.” Next, cut the carrots into large chunks and place them in a pan with cool water. Bring the water to a boil, but here’s where the magic happens: add equal amounts of salt and sugar, along with a generous knob of butter. Now, the pièce de résistance – toss in some star anise, the secret ingredient that elevates this humble vegetable to new heights.
Let the carrots simmer until tender but not falling apart, then carefully remove them from the pan. Corre is a true believer, enthusiastically declaring that these are the “best carrots” she’s ever had, and she genuinely means it.
Other social media users have chimed in with their own variations, suggesting smaller carrots cooked in a frying pan with just enough water to cover them. The water evaporates, leaving a sticky glaze on the carrots that some find even more delicious than the original method.
So, what are you waiting for? Try this simple yet surprisingly flavorful way to cook carrots, and get ready to experience a whole new world of carrot deliciousness.
