How long does it take to boil carrots?
CARROTS can be eaten raw or cooked but how long does it take to boil this delicious root vegetable?
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They might not actually help you see in the dark, but carrots are a nutritious addition to anyone's diet. They're available all year round and can be used in many different dishes. But how do you boil carrots and how long does it take?
How long does it take to boil carrots?
Generally it takes about five to seven minutes to boil carrots.
The specific length of time depends on how big the pieces are, and how tender you want to carrots to be.
Smaller pieces of carrot, like chopped and sliced carrot, will take about three to four minutes.
It could take up to ten minutes to boil a whole carrot.
Frozen carrots tend to take around five minutes, but follow the instructions on the packaging.
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How to boil carrots
Not matter how carrots are going to be cooked, they need to be properly prepared.
To boil your carrots you need to peel them first.
If you want them sliced, then slice them before you boil them.
Place them in a pot, ensuring the carrots are covered with water.
Bring to a full boil over high heat.
Then, reduce the heat and continue to boil.
Boil them until they are tender to touch with a fork.
Remove the carrots from the water by draining them through a colander.
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Bring to a full boil over high heat.
Then, reduce the heat and continue to boil.
Boil them until they are tender to touch with a fork.
Remove the carrots from the water by draining them through a colander.
Can you boil carrots in the microwave?
You can boil carrots in the microwave.
Peel and slice your carrots and pop them in a large microwavable bowl.
Half fill the bowl with water, making sure you submerge the carrots.
Microwave them for two minutes, and then stir the carrots for a minute.
Repeat this process until the carrots are tender when prodded with a fork.
This could take about 15 minutes.