BALSAMIC CHARRED GARLIC CARROTS

To add a bit of an edgier flavor to carrots I use balsamic vinegar and then char them crisp.  Flavored balsamic vinegars work well also.  Tonight I used a pineapple coconut white balsamic vinegar.

BALSAMIC CHARRED GARLIC CARROTS
2 pounds carrots, sliced on the diagonal or smaller carrots halved lenghtwise
2 cloves garlic, minced or sliced paper thin
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon garlic oil (avocado or olive work well too)
FRESH ground sea salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

• Heat butter and oil in a non-stick skillet over medium high heat.
• Add carrots and garlic, stirring to coat well.
• Cover and simmer 5 minutes until carrots begin to soften.
• Uncover and continue to simmer until carrots begin to char.
• Add balsamic vinegar and stir to coat well.
• Cook 2-3 minutes more until carrots are charred, cooked through and most liquid is absorbed.