Miso-Glazed Smoked Carrots with Chili and Brown Sugar

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Sweet and smoky carrots glazed with a savory miso and brown sugar sauce, finished with a touch of chili for balanced heat. This asian fusion-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 80 minutes pairs tablespoons white miso paste, tablespoon brown sugar, tablespoon soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 70 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your smoker or grill to 225°F and prepare for indirect smoking.
  2. Step 2: Toss 1 pound peeled and halved carrots with 1 tablespoon olive oil until evenly coated.
  3. Step 3: Place the carrots on the smoker grate and smoke for 1 hour until tender and smoky.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, whisk together 2 tablespoons white miso paste, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes in a small bowl until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Remove the smoked carrots and brush generously with the miso glaze. Return to the smoker or grill for an additional 10 minutes to set the glaze and caramelize slightly.
  6. Step 6: Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves if desired before serving warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Smoked Carrots with Chili and Brown Sugar take to make?

Total time is about 80 minutes (10 min prep + 70 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Miso-Glazed Smoked Carrots with Chili and Brown Sugar?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tablespoons white miso paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Smoked Carrots with Chili and Brown Sugar?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Miso-Glazed Smoked Carrots with Chili and Brown Sugar for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Miso-Glazed Smoked Carrots with Chili and Brown Sugar vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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