Make these fork-tender steamed carrots in the Instant Pot for a super easy side dish. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or elaborate family meals, these carrots are ready in about 10 minutes. Serve the cut carrots (baby carrots work well too!) with with a sweet brown sugar topping, or as a savory side dish sprinkled with fresh parsley.
Ingredients
1poundcarrots, baby or whole carrots in 2 inch pieces
If using whole carrots, peel and slice them into evenly sized pieces, approximately 2 inches in size.
1 pound carrots
In the bowl of an Instant Pot, add the water and salt. Place the steam rack or a steamer basket in the Instant Pot, then place in the carrots. Cover and make sure the vent is set to sealing.
1 cup water, 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
Set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 2 minutes. Once it is complete, quickly release the pressure.
While the Instant Pot is coming to pressure and cooking, prepare the butter mixture of choice. Melt the butter in a small saucepan or in a microwave-safe bowl. Stir in the parsley or brown sugar and thyme (depending on the recipe using). Toss the cooked carrots in the melted butter mixture and salt to taste.
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, 2 teaspoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, Salt
Notes
Storage: Place any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.