How long to boil baby carrots?

Approximately, 8-10 minutes but this will vary depending on the thickness of the baby-cut carrots. Smaller carrots will need less time than larger, thicker baby carrots.

How long to boil whole carrots?

Large, whole carrots will definitely take longer to boil. More like 10-15 minutes of cooking time. If you want to cook whole carrots faster you can cut them into sticks, coins, etc. Cutting them into smaller pieces will allow them to cook faster than in whole pieces.

How Long to Boil Carrots

Name: How Long to Boil Carrots
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 medium/large carrots, peeled and sliced; water

Description

A quick and easy tutorial on how to boil carrots to use in your next side dish recipe! Perfect for busy weeknight dinners!

Ingredients

Scale

8 medium/large carrots, peeled and sliced
water

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Instructions

Fill a large saucepan 3/4 of the way with water. Bring to a boil on medium-high heat.
Add carrots and let simmer 8-10 minutes or until fork tender.
Drain carrots and serve as-is, with some butter and salt, or make Candied Carrots!

Notes

Cook Time: Depends on the thickness of the carrots. Feel free to start testing after the 6 or 7 minute mark if you want your carrots more on the firm side. 8-9 minutes should be more soft, but firm and then 10 minutes or more will be quite soft.
Storage: store leftover boiled carrots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.