白芝麻紅蘿蔔便當小菜

Cut the carrot into 1/2-inch thick half-moon slices.

Place the sliced carrot and all the seasonings into a microwave-safe bowl. Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap. Microwave this mixture at 600W for 4 minutes, then let it sit undisturbed for another 5 minutes.

After the resting period, check the tenderness of the carrots by piercing them with a toothpick. For an enhanced flavor, it's best to allow the dish to cool completely before serving.

Lightly drain any excess liquid that may have accumulated, then stir in the ground white sesame seeds. Your dish is now ready to serve!

You have the option to freeze this dish, though its flavor might change a little. I typically freeze it before adding the sesame seeds, then stir them in once it's thawed, but either approach is fine!

To thaw the frozen carrots, you can either let them sit at room temperature, run them under water, or simply reheat them in the microwave.

If your microwave has a different wattage, here are some alternative cooking times: For a 500W microwave, cook for 4 minutes and 30 seconds; for 700W, cook for 3 minutes and 30 seconds; and for 800W, cook for 3 minutes.